Position Announcement
The Athletics Equipment Manager plays a crucial role in supporting Utah Tech University’s athletic programs by overseeing all aspects of equipment management. The primary responsibility will ensure that all ordering is done on a schedule and timely to ensure student-athletes, coaches, and staff have access to high-quality, properly fitting, and well-maintained equipment and uniforms for practices and competitions. Additional information about the department and program offerings can be found online at https://utahtechtrailblazers.com/.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the ordering, inventory, maintenance, and distribution of all equipment, uniforms, and other gear for all athletic teams’ practices and competitions.
- Ensure that all equipment, uniforms, and gear are inspected and maintained to ensure safety, proper fitment, and meet all equipment standards of the NCAA, WAC, and UAC. Replace and/or repair equipment that is not in proper condition.
- Work closely with coaches, athletics administrators, University Marketing and Communications (UMAC), and apparel companies to design uniforms and practice gear that reflect the University’s branding guidelines and identity.
- The Athletics Equipment Manager will primarily work with the Head Football Coach while overseeing the management of all other sports through Assistant Managers and Interns.
- Order with main apparel vendor (Nike) and utilize BSN’s ordering system for all practice and competition apparel.
- In consultation with athletics administration and Business Services, develop and manage the equipment budget, including forecasting expenses and allocations of funds. Oversee competition funds awarded to the University.
- Work closely with Purchasing Office for all request for proposals (RFPs), request for quotes (RFQs), as Sole Source procedures in ordering all equipment, uniforms, and gear.
- Hire, train, and supervise, the day-to-day management of all full-time, part-time, volunteers, and student managers to ensure proper coverage of all sports, including laundry.
- Coordinate the packing, transportation, and distribution of equipment for road competitions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required. Preferred degree in Sports Management or related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in equipment management, preferably within an NCAA or professional environment.
- Athletic Equipment Managers Association (AEMA) certification, or the ability to get AEMA certified within one year of hire.
- A solid understanding of NCAA rules and regulations related to equipment and compliance.
- Proficiency in use of equipment management software and inventory management systems.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Must be flexible and adaptable to a fluid work environment.
- Travel required for all road football games.
- Ability to routinely lift heavy objects over 50 lbs. required.
- Work outside at times in extreme weather conditions.
- Work days will consist of weekends, early, and late hours.
- Supervise part-time, volunteer, and student assistants.
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