Athletic Equipment Manager, San Mateo Community College

Category:	Classified Positions
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Department:	4416 – Kinesiology, Athletics & Dance
Locations:	San Mateo, CA
Posted:	Oct 27, 2025
Closes:	Open Until Filled
Type:	Full-Time
Ref. No.:	4C0025
Salary Type:	Annually
Salary Range:	$68,412.00 – $87,432.00
Position ID:	194095
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About San Mateo County Community College District:

The San Mateo County Community College District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. As outlined in the District’s Strategic Plan, “success, equity, and social justice for our students are longstanding goals.” The District’s “Students First” Strategic Plan is focused on “Student Success, Equity and Social Justice.” We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces our commitment to provide quality education and promote life-long learning emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. When you join our San Mateo County Community College District team, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice. We achieve this through broad collaboration among faculty and classified staff, administration, students and community partners.

Job Description:

Campus: College of San Mateo

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Schedule: 60

Bargaining Unit: CSEA

Months Per Year: 12

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Mandated Reporter: Yes

Campus Security Authority: No

The Athletic Equipment Manager is responsible for setting up and maintaining distribution, storage and availability of College physical education and athletic equipment and supplies. Under general supervision, the employee orders, stocks, distributes, collects, repairs, cleans and maintains gymnasium, physical education, recreational and athletic equipment, uniforms and supplies. The employee is also responsible for the proper set up for home athletic contests for athletic teams, coaches, spectators, media personnel, game officials and others connected with athletic events. Public contact is extensive, primarily with students and staff for the purpose of exchanging procedural information. A moderate degree of independent judgment is required to resolve a variety of minor and occasional major problems that occur. Consequences of errors in judgment can be costly in employee time and equipment; however, supervisory controls and well-prescribed procedures limit the risk of serious errors. An Athletic Equipment Manager can lead the work of student assistants as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities
The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification.

1. Exchanges information with students and staff regarding gymnasium facilities usage, maintenance, availability of equipment and supplies, safety and other usage procedures, sports events schedules and set ups
2. Confers with faculty regarding equipment, set up, cleaning and supplies required for various classes
3. Confers with outside groups and representatives concerning gymnasium facilities usage, schedules, and required set-up
4. Drives a motor vehicle to pick up and deliver equipment and supplies as assigned
5. Participates in the preparation and set up of facilities for athletic contests and events
6. Directs the work of others in the setup of facilities, supplies and equipment for athletic contests and events as assigned
7. Inspects athletic equipment and supplies for quality, quantity and condition
8. Researches vendors and makes recommendations for the purchase of new equipment and supplies
9. Modifies equipment and supplies as needed
10. Demonstrates safe use of equipment and supplies
11. Schedules use of, issues, records, receives and stores a variety of athletic equipment used by classes and by individuals
12. Maintains inventory of equipment and supply stock
13. Uses a variety of computer software to document use of, and maintenance schedules of equipment
14. Transports athletes in a passenger van or car as assigned
15. Drives a motor vehicle to deliver and pick up laundry, equipment and supplies
16. Cleans uniforms and equipment as required
17. Picks up, cleans and stores equipment and supplies
18. Performs spot cleaning and repairs in order to maintain an orderly gymnasium and locker room facility
19. Leads the work of student assistants as assigned
20. Performs other related duties as assigned

Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience)

Knowledge of:

1. Equipment and supplies, athletic field layouts and special event setups commonly related to school sports and athletics
2. Safety procedures and techniques required for use of sport and athletic equipment

Skill in:

1. Respectful, tactful, and sensitive interactions with people who are diverse in their academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds
2. Organizing, documenting and maintaining equipment and supply inventories
3. Giving and following written and oral instructions
4. Using computer software for record keeping

Ability to:

1. Work effectively as part of a customer service team

Requirements:

• Graduation from high school OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Successful work experience in recreation, sports, or a related field that has included athletic equipment and supply maintenance
• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff
• Demonstrated skill in oral communication
• Use of a computer to set up and maintain records
• Skill in computer data entry, modification and retrieval
• Experience with the use of a variety of computer software to compose and prepare correspondence, reports, and other printed materials
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one

Additional Information:

Physical/Other Requirements

This classification requires visual acuity; data comparison; reaching, pulling, pushing, stooping and kneeling, standing for long periods; exposure to varying climates, dust and odors; patience, tact and sensitivity; oral communication, including giving clear and concise directions; driving a motor vehicle; manual dexterity; moving equipment, furniture and other objects of moderate to heavy weight; and good memory in order to perform the essential functions.

Benefits: Benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The District pays all or a portion of monthly medical plan premiums (depending on the coverage) and pays all of the monthly dental and vision plan premiums for employees and eligible dependents. Additional paid benefits include life insurance, salary continuance insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Classified employees participate in the Public Employees’ Retirement System, a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California. Optional tax-deferred 403(b) and 457 retirement plans are also available.

EEO Statement: San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community’s diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities.

Our EEO Plan grounded in Title 5 regulations is developed and monitored by an EEO Advisory Committee, reviewed at least every three years, and supported by regular training for all members of selection and screening committees. We collect and analyze recruitment and retention data to measure progress and identify barriers.

Annual Security Report

San Mateo County Community College District’s (SMCCCD) 2024 Annual Security Report (ASR), required by the Clery Act, includes statistics for the previous three years (2021-2023) concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by SMCCCD; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from SMCCCD. The 2024 Annual Security Report also outlines various campus safety and security policies concerning crime reporting, prevention and response to sexual and gender violence, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, emergency response and evacuation procedures, and other matters. The Annual Security Report also includes important tips to help every community member remain safe and avoid becoming a victim of crime. The 2024 Annual Security Report is now available on the Public Safety website. You can also obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at the District Office or any of the three Campuses (650) 738-7000. The report includes information about criminal activity on our campuses, emergency procedures, and resources.

Application Instructions:

Conditions of Employment

Before employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following:

1. Submit official transcripts (applies to all faculty or educational administrative positions). Foreign Education completed outside of the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in conventional/accredited U.S. education programs in order for it to be considered for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. Foreign transcripts must be translated and evaluated by a U.S.-based credentials evaluation service. The District currently accepts evaluations from agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. 
2. Submit verifications of employment
3. Satisfactory references
4. Successfully being cleared for employment through the background check process. In addition to background checks, the District may review publicly available information. If a candidate is aware of inaccurate information on the Internet, the candidate is welcome to address such an issue with the Office of Human Resources. 
5. Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States
6. Approval of your employment by the SMCCCD Board of Trustees
7. Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis exam for initial employment.
8. Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment). Please note that the California Education Code requires, in part, that community college districts shall not employ or retain in employment persons in public school service who have been convicted of certain felonies, a misdemeanor drug charge (including alcohol offenses) or misdemeanor moral turpitude (sexual offense) crime. However, consideration may be given to those whose drug convictions occurred more than five years ago. A conviction for other crimes may not necessarily disqualify you from the job for which you may be applying.

All applicants are required to submit:

1. A completed Employment Application (available during the online application process).

2. A resume that details all relevant education, training, and other work experience.

3. A cover letter of no more than 3 pages that addresses the applicant’s cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff as well as the applicant’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in this announcement.

Candidates for interview will be selected from among those who most closely meet the requirements and knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. As part of the interview process, candidates may be asked to demonstrate job-related knowledge and skills.

Although the position will remain open until filled, preference will be given to applicants who submit all required documents by the first review date on Monday, November 3, 2025.

If you have a disability, do you need some form of assistance completing your application? If so, please contact Jennie Elizalde at elizaldej@smccd.edu or (650) 358-6822 in the Office of Human Resources to arrange for assistance.

SMCCCD is not an H1B sponsoring employer.