SUMMARY:
The Head Equipment Manager is responsible for directing the equipment operations for all 14 Division I sports, to include inventory management controls, budgeting, ordering and sizing, equipment and apparel maintenance and repair, and supervision of staff.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee and manage daily equipment operations for 14 Division I sports.
- Manage procurement of equipment, uniforms, apparel, footwear, and supplies for all athletic programs and department staff.
- Coordinate laundering of practice gear and game uniforms.
- Establish and maintain policies and procedures for the operation of the equipment room.
- Establish an equipment/uniform replacement cycle.
- Manage equipment budget and assist coaches and department directors in managing their respective equipment allocations.
- Determine fiscal requirements and prepare budgetary recommendations as well as monitor, verify, and reconcile expenditures of budgeted funds.
- Develop, implement, and oversee inventory control system.
- Utilize and maintain a computerized inventory software to provide reports to coaches and administrative staff.
- Manage all equipment vendor relationships and contracts to ensure strong customer service, fulfillment of orders, and adherence to contractual terms.
- Implement issuance and collection procedures for all disbursed equipment items and track unreturned/damaged items for billing purposes.
- Hire and manage work-study students to aid in the operation of the equipment function as needed.
- Implement security procedures to prevent inventory losses and develop a storage plan and philosophy for equipment rooms.
- Perform minor repairs to equipment and ensure proper fitting and maintenance of all safety and/or required equipment in accordance with industry and manufacturer standards.
- Daily and occasional overnight travel in addition to evening and/or weekend coverage of home contests will be required.
- Perform other site and position specific functions as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience: Three (3) years related experience (e.g., intercollegiate or professional athletics, inventory management, equipment sales).
- Knowledge / Skills: Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Licensing/Professional Certifications: Valid driver’s license.
- Physical Requirements: Occasional bending and overhead lifting.
- Other Requirements: Ability to work nights and weekends, and occasional travel.
PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:
AEMA Certification. Experience with Division I football. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:
Graduate assistants, interns, student workers.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.