Director of Equipment Operations
- General Athletics
- Staff, full-time (32+ hours per week)
Position Number: 100387073
Unit/Department: Athletics
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Job Summary:
Drake University is seeking a highly qualified Director of Equipment Operations to oversee all areas of the athletic department’s equipment room and operations. This position is responsible for establishing a philosophy and operational plan for procurement, inventory, disbursement, and maintenance of athletic equipment for 18 intercollegiate NCAA DI athletic programs. The successful candidate will work with coaches to coordinate, purchase, inventory, and maintain all department apparel and gear. Additionally, this position requires preparing budgetary recommendations and monitoring, verifying, and reconciling the expenditure of budgeted funds.
Minimum Qualifications:
2 years of experience in equipment operations
NCAA Division I athletics program or professional sports team experience preferred
AEMA certification preferred
Experience with equipment purchasing, distribution, collection, and laundering
Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations
Excellent organization and communication skills
Job Duties:
All of the job duties described below require an understanding of and compliance with the rules of the NCAA, the Missouri Valley Conference, the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, the Pioneer Football League, and/or the Summit League, as well as Drake University.
30% – Coordinate equipment room operations, including working with coaches to coordinate, purchase, inventory, and maintain all departmental apparel and gear.
20% – Ensure all teams have proper apparel and gear for practice and competition.
20% – Prepare budgetary recommendations and monitor, verify, and reconcile expenditure of budgeted funds to ensure fiscal solvency.
15% – Coordinate athletics laundry and uniform repair.
15% – Supervise two full-time assistants and student staff.
0% – Perform other duties as assigned.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Applicants will be asked to complete the online application through Drake’s job board and provide: a resume/cv, a cover letter, and contact information for three references.
Question about the application process, working at Drake, reasonable accommodations, benefits, or additional information about Drake or Des Moines, Iowa may be directed to Drake Human Resources. You can best reach us at jobs@drake.edu.
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, satisfactory reference checks, and proof of work authorization.
Salary and Benefits:
The salary for these positions is competitive with peer schools and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts. If you are exploring a job with Drake University, we invite you to spend a little time with our digital benefits guide: Drake Benefits Guide (Plan Year 2025).
One of our very popular policies provides a tuition waiver for Drake employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents. Drake also participates in two tuition exchange programs available to dependent children. You can learn about both the tuition waiver policy and tuition exchange programs here: Tuition Benefits.
Review of Applications Begins:
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate’s scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate’s satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
About Drake:
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Drake:
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. Drake University is proud to support an equal opportunity, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. In fact, the celebration of diversity and inclusion are embedded in our Core Values. Learn more about our DEI commitment and efforts here.
We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you are a member of a socially or historically underrepresented or marginalized group or you have actively demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage you to apply. If you are a member of one of the equity groups identified by applicable law, we encourage you to self-identify, where requested in our online application system.
Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (ph: 515.271.3133; e: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
At Drake University, we highly value a diverse, inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We stand firmly against discrimination including on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
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