Manager I - Student Athlete Academic Manager

Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging. SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs. Posting Information This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Requisition 202600100S
Title Manager I - Student Athlete Academic Manager
FLSA status Exempt
Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 06. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf. Occupational Category Professional
Department Athletics
Division Office of the President
Open Date 04/17/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement Bachelor's degree in related field. One year of experience in a related field. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered. Nature & Purpose of Position Performs routine managerial work administering the daily operations and activities within Academic Services for Sam Houston Athletics. Primary Responsibilities Manages academic activities of Student Athletes. Establishes goals and objectives for Academic progress and success. Develops guidelines, procedures, and rules to meet goals. Develops schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals. Coordinates and evaluates team academic activities. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of tutors, student staff, Graduate Assistants. Provides academic services and monitors academic progress as it pertains to the University and NCAA rules while promoting a positive atmosphere for student athletes. Assists student-athletes in navigating their transition to college experience as well as support the exploration of various educational pursuits. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to manage business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies. Full Time Part Time Full Time
Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46930
EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report