Texas A&M University Department of Recreational Sports

is recruiting a Graduate Assistant for Facility Operations & Events for the

2026-2028 academic years:

Facility Operation & Events (1 Position)

Assist the Facility Staff with the management and operations of the Student Rec Center and other facilities proctored by the Department of Recreational Sports.  

Typical Responsibilities 

• Hire, train, schedule, evaluate and supervise approximately 60 Facility Associates and an additional 120 student staff 
• Assist in the management of the Equipment Etc. service desk including equipment inventory and the ordering and restocking of check-out, rental and retail equipment
• Maintain, edit and create information presented on the facilities staff Google site
• Aid in the oversight of the facilities staff points system and team incentive program
• Plan and facilitate monthly in-service trainings and presentations 
• Assist in the management of the Annex Member Services desk including supervision of Facility Specialists along with the development and facilitation of trainings
• Help with the coordination and operation of special events
• Maintain day locker and turnstile maintenance
• Assist with the daily and routine maintenance of the facility
• Facilitate meetings with patrons regarding facility misconduct
• Continue development and innovation of facilities area through Fusion and other software
• Serve on departmental, divisional, and university committees; NIRSA involvement encouraged
• Participate in other opportunities available through interaction with a comprehensive recreational sports program
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Experience and Abilities

• Bachelor’s Degree & Admission to Texas A&M Graduate School
• Experience working with college students and programs in recreational sports setting

Training 

• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications preferred
• Experience working with Google and Fusion preferred
• Complete training will be provided by the Facility Staff
• Stay update to date on required state training

Environmental Conditions

• Weekend and evening hours will be required
• Outdoor exposure
• May be required to lift heavy objects

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Application Procedure: Required application materials include a letter of application, resume, three reference names with telephone numbers and email addresses. All applications should be sent via email to:

Dylan Cooke

Assistant Director, Operations and Events

dcooke@tamu.edu

Closing Date:  Applications will be reviewed until position is filled.  For best consideration, application materials should be received by 5:00pm CST on Friday February 6, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Priority will be given to individuals who can confirm submission of their graduate school application materials. Informal interviews will begin on a rolling basis as applications come in. Formal interviews will take place after February 6, 2026.

Start Date: August 1, 2026 (flexible)

For more information visit http://recsports.tamu.edu/employment

Salary, Benefits and Stipend Information: 

• Full tuition waiver excluding any applicable student fees (maximum of 9 credit hours for fall and spring semesters; 6 credit hours for summer semester)
• $21 per hour and 20 paid hour work weeks (equals approximately $21,000 annually)
• 9- or 12-month position (summer employment available without assistantship)
• University medical health benefits
• Travel/professional development allowance
• No state income tax

Qualifications: 

• Admission to the Texas A&M Graduate School in a program of study that is directly related to Graduate Assistant position. 
  • Qualifying programs of study include, but are not limited to: Sports Management, Higher Education, Student Affairs Administration and Hospitality, Hotel Management, and Tourism.  Other degree programs will need to be considered individually.
• The minimum requirements for acceptance into each specific program vary.  Please make sure to research the qualifications and required deadline for applications.  Notable program deadlines include:
• Sport Management:
  • In-Person: February 1, 2026
  •  Distance Education (Online): August 1, 2026
• Hospitality, Hotel Management, and Tourism:
  • International Applicants: June 30, 2026
  • Domestic Applicants: August 1, 2026
• All Texas residents are eligible to pursue any graduate degree program
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications (preferred)
• Experience working with Google Docs, Fusion, and EMS (preferred)Bachelor’s degree 

About Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University is a land-grant, sea-grant and space-grant institution located in College Station, Texas. The university is centrally located, approximately equidistant from three of the 10 largest cities in the United States (Houston, Dallas and San Antonio) and the state capitol (Austin). The university’s enrollment includes over 75,000 students studying for degrees in 10 academic colleges. The Texas A&M University Department of Recreational Sports is a department in the Division of Student Affairs. The Department's services include: aquatics, fitness classes, instructional classes, drop-in recreation, intramural sports, sport clubs, and outdoor activities. The assortment of sports activities and recreational facilities available promise opportunities for individuals to participate, whatever their level of ability or experience. The mission of the Department of Recreational Sports is to promote activity, wellness, and development by providing high quality experiences and facilities for the students and community of Texas A&M University.

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