The assistant director of equipment works with coaches, student-athletes, sport supervisors, Athletic Business Office, and other staff to supervise and oversee the purchase and fiscal control of game and sports equipment/apparel for designated sports. Research vendor products and make equipment/apparel recommendations. Assign, instruct, and review the work of regular staff and temporary student employees. Oversee equipment inventory & distribution and supervise the return of yearly issued equipment. Coordinate student-athlete and team banquet award process. Oversee event staff apparel management.
Required:
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Three years athletic equipment room work experience, preferably at the collegiate level, or directly related work experience.
Athletic equipment manager association (AEMA) certification required or ability to obtain within first year.
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
Strong interpersonal skill for developing working relationship with coaches, athletes, and sales representatives.
Knowledge of athletic fabric, differences, durability, care.
Ability to maintain knowledge that's current on all protective equipment.
Personal computer and related software skills, e.g., word process, spreadsheets, database, data query, Internet, etc., necessary.
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Job Summary
The assistant director of equipment works with coaches, student-athletes, sport supervisors, Athletic Business Office, and other staff to supervise and oversee the purchase and fiscal control of game and sports equipment/apparel for designated sports. Research vendor products and make equipment/apparel recommendations. Assign, instruct, and review the work of regular staff and temporary student employees. Oversee equipment inventory & distribution and supervise the return of yearly issued equipment. Coordinate student-athlete and team banquet award process. Oversee event staff apparel management.
Required:
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Three years athletic equipment room work experience, preferably at the collegiate level, or directly related work experience.
Athletic equipment manager association (AEMA) certification required or ability to obtain within first year.
Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
Strong interpersonal skill for developing working relationship with coaches, athletes, and sales representatives.
Knowledge of athletic fabric, differences, durability, care.
Ability to maintain knowledge that's current on all protective equipment.
Personal computer and related software skills, e.g., word process, spreadsheets, database, data query, Internet, etc., necessary.
Additional Information:
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FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
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