Penn State department of Intercollegiate Athletics (“ICA”) is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Director of Football Equipment. The position will work in conjunction and report to the Director of Football Equipment to ensure the football equipment room and needs of the football team are met on a daily basis.
We are currently seeking applications for the full-time position of Assistant Director of Football Equipment. The Assistant Director of Football Equipment will manage the various equipment needs of our football program in all aspects surrounding practice, travel, and game day.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Collaborate closely with the Director of Football Equipment to ensure daily operational and equipment needs are met for football coaches, student athletes, and staff.
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Directing the work of the student managers to ensure that the needs of the coaches, student-athletes, and staff are met on a daily basis in regards to practice, games, team travel, and other football related duties.
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Hiring, supervising, and directing the student manager staff, wage payroll staff, and volunteer staff
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Budgeting and purchasing football equipment in conjunction with the Director of Football Equipment.
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Implementation of department inventory control system
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Ordering with our contracted apparel vendor, and utilizing their ordering system
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Oversee and manage the equipment room as it pertains to the laundry area, shipping and receiving areas, and main football storage areas.
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Keep and maintain accurate inventories.
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Coordinate equipment travel logistics, and locker room setups for home, road and post-season competitions.
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Assist in fitting student athletes with helmets, shoulder pads and position specific footwear.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Knowledge of athletic equipment and its’ proper use
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Knowledge of NOCSAE and NAERA standards as it pertains to football equipment
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Experience with laundry services for athletic teams
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Ability to perform in a professional manner in a high pressure environment
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Ability to multi-task and be flexible
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Basic computer experience
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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Ability to keep detailed records
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Ability to work flexible and irregular hours including traveling to all away games, weekends, and holidays
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A valid non-commercial driver’s license, or ability to obtain by start date
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Three years working in an FBS, FCS, or professional team equipment room
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Experience with Nike or Adidas ordering system
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Experience with Teamworks inventory control system
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Knowledge of University branding, logos, and trademark regulations, as well as, conference and NCAA rules as they pertain to recruiting, equipment and uniform logo requirement
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Athletic Equipment Manager Certification
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