Equipment Assistant

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation, holidays, and various -

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking an Equipment Assistant for Athletics Finance & Administration to support the receiving, inventory, and distribution of equipment including Nike gear for the soccer and lacrosse programs. This on-site, part-time role will assist in maintaining equipment inventories and gear housed at designated facilities.

The position is on-site, 19 hours per week, with a temporary hourly appointment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the receiving and inventory of all new Nike gear.
• Support full-time staff in issuing and maintaining equipment for the men's and women's soccer and lacrosse teams.
• Assist in maintaining equipment inventory for those units.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Equipment Assistant

Posting Number 26TM0308

Department Athl - Equipment Room

The Rutgers Division of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate sports, comprised of 14 women's and 10 men's programs, that compete at the Division I level. The Scarlet Knights are members of the prestigious Big Ten Conference, the nation's premier academic and athletic conference, after officially joining the league on July 1, 2014. Known as The Birthplace of College Football, Rutgers hosted Princeton on Nov. 6, 1869 in the first intercollegiate football game, with RU earning a 6-4 victory.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Equipment Assistant for Athletics Finance & Administration.

• Aid in the receiving and inventory of all new Nike gear.
• Support our full-time staff in issuing and maintaining equipment for the men's and women's soccer and lacrosse teams.
• Assist in maintaining equipment inventory for those units as well.
• Assist in maintaining the Athletics staff Nike gear that is housed at the Rodkin Academic Success building.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Salary Details

Salary Details $15.92 per hour

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Part Time

Working Hours

19 hours per week

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School diploma or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Previous experience working in the equipment room and/or college athletics.

Posting Open Date

08/18/2026

Posting Close Date

09/01/2026

Open Until Filled

No

City

Piscataway

State

NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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