Equipment Manager

American University; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC, is seeking an Equipment Manager to oversee the issuance and maintenance of all athletic equipment and apparel for student-athletes and staff. The role ensures gear is available and in good condition for practices, games, and seasons, working under general supervision.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 2–4 years of relevant experience, knowledge of NCAA rules, and strong supervisory abilities to lead up to 25 student workers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and University policies is helpful.
• Ability to handle many tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Purchase equipment and manage vendors to ensure proper equipment and apparel.
• Oversee preparation and cleaning of equipment for practices, games and seasons.
• Maintain laundry equipment and supplies to keep equipment in working order.
• Issue and reserve equipment for student-athletes and staff for athletics and campus facilities.
• Hire, train, and manage a staff of up to 25 student workers.

Skills

Staff supervision

Resource planning

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Customer service mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

## Equipment ManagerApplylocations: Main Campus (Washington, DC)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R4555American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University**Department:**Business Operations**Time Type:**Full time**Job Type:**Regular**FLSA Status:**Non-Exempt**Work Modality:**Full On Campus Presence**Union:****Job Description:****Summary:**The Equipment Manager is responsible for the issuance and maintenance of all athletic equipment and apparel for student-athletes and athletic department staff. This position is responsible for ensuring that athletes and coaches have the needed equipment and apparel and that it is in good condition for operation of their individual programs. This position works under general supervision.**Essential Functions:*** Primary person for purchasing equipment to ensure that the teams and coaches will have the needed proper equipment, and works closely with the Assistant AD for Business and the Business Assistant to ensure proper purchasing procedures are followed. These procedures must be followed in accordance with University and auditing rules and regulations. Responsible for placing apparel orders with contracted vendors and distributors, ensuring timely delivery and accordance with department trademark and licensing policies.* Oversees the preparation and cleaning of equipment for team practice, games and upcoming seasons to ensure that the teams and coaches will have the needed equipment and that it will be in good repair. Maintain all laundry equipment and daily supplies needed to ensure equipment is in proper working condition.* Oversees the issuance and reserve equipment for student-athletes and department staff to ensure that equipment will be available for use for athletics, recreation and the Jacobs Fitness Center. Maintain all equipment operations facility needs and areas of use to ensure effective operation and functions of the department and the equipment. Ensure that equipment is properly stored and inventoried.* Hire, train, and manage a staff of up to 25 student workers in an effort to effectively operate the Athletic Equipment functions, including laundry and storage.**Supervisory Responsibility:*** Supervises up to 25 student workers. **Competencies:*** Serving Customers.* Displaying Creativity.* Prioritizing and Organizing.* Acquiring and Analyzing Information.* Supporting Coworkers.**Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:*** Full-time.* 35 hours per week.* Some evening and weekend hours are necessary based on team schedules.**Required Education and Experience:*** Bachelor's degree or equivalent.* 2 - 4 years of relevant experience.**Additional Eligibility Qualifications:*** Knowledge of NCAA rules and University policies and procedures are helpful.* Must be able to handle many tasks simultaneously.**Other Duties:*** Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.**Benefits**AU offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.**Other Details*** Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.* Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.* Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.* American University is an E-Verify employer.