Assistant Athletic Director – Equipment Operations
- University of Wyoming - Athletics
- Laramie, Wyoming
- Apr 10, 2024
Full time
Administrative
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for a comprehensive and functional knowledge of equipment room operations; established objectives and operational procedures.
- Recommends equipment for purchase, initiates necessary documentation for purchases and receives shipments for football and other select sports.
- Maintains an inventory of all equipment and supplies for football and other select sports. Initiates repairs of athletic equipment for football and other select sports.
- Issues, fits and reconditions equipment for football and other select sports.
- Supervises the packing, transporting and set-up of equipment and supplies for all football practices and competitions.
- Coordinates laundry service for football and other select sports.
- Supervises the packing, transporting and set-up of equipment and supplies for athletic competitions for football and other select sports when necessary.
- Selects and trains designated support staff for Equipment Operations.
- Supervises student-athlete award program including purchasing, sizing, and inventory of awards within NCAA guidelines for football and other select sports.
- Coordinates with Licensing Director to ensure items purchased and embellished follow most recently updated guidelines and usage of University of Wyoming marks, logos, and colors for all athletic equipment and apparel used by teams and departments.
- Coordinates the scheduling and use of snowmobiles including training and maintenance for football and other select sports.
- Coordinates the Department's fleet operations for transportation of equipment for the football program.
- Coordinates van operation including scheduling vehicle use and drivers; equipment maintenance and inventory control for football and other select sports.
- Participates in continuing education programs as required to maintain appropriate work-related (e.g., equipment safety, etc.) certifications.
- Maintains thorough knowledge of and adheres to all applicable University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Assists with other duties/projects as assigned/directed.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher
- Experience: Minimum of three years of athletic equipment operations-related experience in the sport of football at the collegiate and/or professional level.
- AEMA Certified Equipment Manager or ability to become certified within one year from hire date.
- Physical ability to handle bulky or heavy stock items, equipment, and supplies up to 50 lbs.
- Valid Driver’s License with ability to drive University Vehicles.
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of NCAA and NOCSAE guidelines/rules including, but not limited to, applicable health and safety standards.
- Knowledge of issuing, fitting, cleaning, and maintaining athletic equipment.
- Experience with ordering apparel and footwear through team portal system.
- Experience managing an accurate inventory system for apparel and equipment.
- Experience managing an apparel/equipment budget.
- Experience in packing and planning for away football contests.
- Experience supervising full-time personnel and student workers.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Required Materials: Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V., and contact information for four work-related references.
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Hiring Statement: UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377, or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
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$65,000 - $70,000
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