Job Details
The major functions of the Equipment Manager shall be receiving inventory and maintaining all athletic equipment purchased by the Athletic Department. This position coordinates the issuance and collection of equipment in cooperation and consultation with Head Coaches The person in this position must be capable of creating working relationships with manufacturers, vendors, and coaches. This role works outside of a regular schedule including frequent weekend, evening and/or early morning duties. The Equipment Manager must have the knowledge and expertise to make competent decisions without supervision. AEMA certification is required.
This role works outside of a regular schedule including frequent weekend, evening and/or early morning duties.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Intercollegiate Athletics Department is consistent with the mission of the University to provide an intellectual environment where students develop a sense of identification, belonging, responsibility, and achievement that prepares them for leadership and service in regional, national and global communities. The Department of Athletics provides a comprehensive program of intercollegiate competition as an integral part of the total educational experience for all students.
The Intercollegiate Athletics Department embraces the principles of competitive excellence, sportsmanship, diversity, ethical conduct, and amateurism while facilitating the academic objectives of student-athletes. The department complies with all conferences and association rules and regulations while ensuring equal opportunity and access for all students and staff who desire to associate with the Intercollegiate Athletics Department without regard for race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability or religion.
Work Hours Works outside of a regular schedule including frequent weekend, evening and/or early morning duties. Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)
Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies
Required Competency Planning and Organizing Duties
Manages the services and day-to-day operations of the Athletics equipment room that has centralized responsibility for all athletic equipment purchases and inventory. This person will interpret and administer the apparel and equipment contract in order to purchase all equipment for these respective sports and departments within the budget that has been prepared. Responsible for maintaining a professional, organized, clean, safe and healthy environment in equipment room, laundry room, and locker rooms. Evaluates and monitors effectiveness of services, policies and procedures; identifies problems and institutes/recommend changes. Supervises and trains other equipment staff. Ensures the availability of equipment support for visiting teams and officials. Coordinates laundry room operations for assigned sports to ensure that game uniforms, practice clothes, warm-up suits, etc., are laundered and ready for distribution to student-athletes on a daily basis or as needed. Responsible for preparation and setup of equipment, playing/practice areas, and locker rooms for practices, travel, and competitions. The Equipment Manager participates in long term planning as many uniform designs and institutional branding are developed and designed two years in advance. The Manager must follow guidelines and policies set by the Nike equipment and apparel contract, the NCAA, the CAA (Coastal Athletic Association), the University and the NC A&T Department of Athletics. This position is also responsible for monitoring of all equipment and apparel ordered to ensure correct usage of College trademarks, colors, logos, etc. Determines work assignments and work schedules to accommodate the extended hours and complex scheduling of collegiate practices and sporting events
Required Competency Budget Management Duties
- Oversees the procurement of all athletic equipment and uniforms following evaluation of current equipment, utilizing cost effective strategies.Makes decisions regarding the appropriateness of requested expenditures and authorizes expenditures within guidelines.Assesses charges for equipment lost by athletes and files this report with Director of Athletics at end of each season.
Required Competency Communication Duties
Ensures the availability of equipment support for visiting teams and officials. Coordinates laundry room operations for assigned sports to ensure that game uniforms, practice clothes, warm-up suits, etc., are laundered and ready for distribution to student-athletes on a daily basis or as needed. Supervise clean-up of football practice areas, fields, weight room, locker rooms, etc. Reports to Athletic Director the loss or irreparable damage to any equipment; Impresses upon each member of the various squads the fact that equipment is the property of the University, that it should be given all reasonable care, and that it is to be returned at the close of the season.
Required Competency Safety and Health Management Duties
Safety: Sizing and Maintenance of Athletic Equipment and Health Management
The Equipment Manager consults with Head Coaches on specific equipment needs while evaluating health and safety issues. Provides guidance on uniforms and equipment material, style and manufacturer. Oversees the maintenance of a continuous inventory of all athletic equipment and conducts seasonal equipment inventory for each assigned sport using appropriate, up-to-date inventory computer programs. Ensures adherence to College, state and NCAA policies and procedures, including Title IX, regarding the issuance of equipment and services for all intercollegiate sports. Ensures proper fitting and maintenance of all sports equipment including helmets and pads to provide a safe environment for student athletes. The Equipment Manager must possess the ability to follow proper equipment and apparel safety procedures and to ensure that these procedures are followed by all coaching and equipment room staff. If current safety procedures are not effective, the Director must take steps to anticipate and implement needed changes to standard procedures. Remains current with evolving safety standards that are necessary to reduce liability. Responsible for preparation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Coach Com Headset Units.
Required Competency Attention to Detail Duties
Special Needs of Coaches and Administration
The Equipment Manager must be available to handle the special request of each coach and administrator. These could include: preparing items for display; using their knowledge in help of purchasing items for other events; providing numerical rosters to sports information, etc.