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Title: Director of Athletic Equip Ops
Position Type: Fulltime Staff
Search Type: External – minimum 7 days
Department: 90R000 – Intercollegiate Athletics
Division: 6R1000 – Intercollegiate Athletics
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Driver
FLSA: Exempt
Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)
Hours Per Week:
Additional Schedule Details:
Posted Salary Grade: Exempt – 47
Retirement: KTRS
Contact Person: Julian Morgan
Job Summary/Basic Functions
The Director or Assistant Director of Olympic Sports Equipment Operations is responsible for the comprehensive management of athletic equipment and apparel for all Olympic sports programs. This role ensures that student-athletes and coaches are equipped with the necessary gear to perform at their best, while maintaining compliance with NCAA regulations and institutional policies. The position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills and a commitment to supporting the success of our athletic programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree is required
Experience: – Director: Minimum of 3 years of experience in athletic equipment management
– Assistant Director: Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
– Certification from the Athletic Equipment Managers Association (AEMA) or ability to obtain within one year.
– Experience in fitting athletic equipment.
– Familiarity with equipment tracking software and inventory management systems.
– Experience working with BSN Sports preferred.
Licensure & Certifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Duties:
- 60% – – Oversee and manage all aspects of Olympic sports equipment operations, including procurement, maintenance, inventory, safety requirements, and distribution. – (Essential)
- 20% – – Work with vendors, campus partners, and sport programs to maintain relationships supporting equipment services, brand management, and budget oversight. – (Essential)
- 10% – Supervise, train, and develop student employees and interns to ensure efficient equipment room operations. – (Essential)
- 10% – Maintain administrative records and ensure operational compliance with NCAA, conference, and university regulations. – (Essential)
Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions:
EEO Statement
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Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.