Inside Higher Ed · 4 weeks ago
Assistant Director of Equipment Operations – Football
Inside Higher Ed is seeking an Assistant Director of Equipment Operations – Football. This role is primarily responsible for the administrative processes regarding procurement, distribution, inventory, and maintenance of personal athletic equipment and apparel for student-athletes, coaches and staff.
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Responsibilities
Consults and advises coaches on ordering needs, logo designs and branding guidelines
Meets with vendors to build relationships and clarify ordering decisions; reviews contracts and agreements
Reviews order requirements and places orders with vendors for athletes and coaches based on strategic priorities and budgets
Exercises judgement regarding unique team requests from coaches, athletes and sport administrators
Leads and directs practices, pre-, during, and post- gameday (home and away) equipment needs
Oversees the gear and equipment planning for travel
Manages equipment responsibilities for Football and select sports
Keeps inventory system up to date, ensures accuracy; verify and submit invoices
Hires, schedules and supervises temporary and student workers
Conducts inventory and reshelving
Sets up for practices and gamedays
Adjusts and fixes equipment, as needed
Completes remaining laundry tasks when student workers are not available
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelors plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
At least 2 years of relevant experience
Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks and set priorities
Strong work ethic, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to deal with a variety of constituents in a timely and professional manner
Basic math skills
Ability to anticipate and meet deadlines, coordinate work of others, and remain accessible for inquiries
Ability to become certified by the Athletic Equipment Managers Association
Ability to work evenings and weekends
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
Preferred
Experience in fulfillment, stock room control environment
Experience in college athletics
Knowledge of athletic clothing, laundering, equipment, and compliance issues
Knowledge of football equipment
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
Funding
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2006-08-31Series Unknown
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