Assistant Athletic Director, Equipment Services and Operations, University of Pittsburgh

Athletics Administration – Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh – (25003392)

The Assistant Athletic Director, Equipment Services & Operations, will lead, manage, and oversee all operational, financial, and personnel activities of the equipment operations for the University of Pittsburgh Athletic Department Olympic Sports and Men’s & Women’s Basketball.

Job Summary

Lead, manage, and oversee all operational, financial and personnel activities of the equipment operations for the University of Pittsburgh Athletic Department. Manage the day-to-day operations of the Equipment Services unit, including delegation of duties and support provided by all equipment staff members. This position will have oversight of the ordering, distribution, and retrieval model for Nike apparel and accessories of all Pitt student-athletes, coaches, athletics staff and auxiliary groups.

Essential Functions

This position will have oversight of ordering, distribution, and retrieval of Nike apparel and accessories for Pitt student-athletes, coaches, athletics staff, and auxiliary groups. As a primary liaison with Pitt’s Nike representatives, this position will maintain a positive relationship and communicate regularly with numerous professionals at Nike headquarters in Oregon. This position will oversee the Olympic sports equipment staff and coordinate with numerous auxiliary groups of the athletics department. This position, with assistance from equipment staff members, is responsible for the management of Nike allocations on an annual basis and will ensure an inventory database is maintained for each team. This position will also ensure compliance with all NCAA regulations, and University and Athletics departmental policies. Additionally, with support from equipment staff members, this position will be responsible for the ordering of post-season awards, collaboration with the Varsity Letter Club, assisting with game management preparations, and serving as a liaison with all team operations personnel and student managers. Finally, the employee will draft and oversee the updating of all internal Equipment Services policies and procedures of operation.  The Assistant Athletic Director, Equipment Services, will be directly responsible for the daily management and supervision of the equipment operations for the University’s Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams.  The employee will work daily with basketball staff and student managers to develop strategies to meet the athletic apparel and equipment needs of the Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams, coaches and staff.

Physical Effort

The job consists of constant lifting, often of items 100 lbs. or more, walking and standing for long periods of time.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Assistant Athletics Director – Equipment

Job Family Athletics

Job Sub-Family Athletics Administration

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 5

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?  Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Required Licensure/Certification AEMA Certification required

Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification Master’s degree is preferred. Knowledge of athletic equipment and general operations of a Division I equipment unit it required.

Work Schedule Varies

Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered Yes

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents Not Applicable