Assistant Director, Equipment - Western Kentucky University

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Posted: 03-May-24

Location: Bowling Green, Kentucky

Salary: Open

Categories:

Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 175374

Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Staff Posted On: Thu May 2 2024 Job Description:

Western Kentucky University, a member of Conference USA and a Football Bowl Subdivision NCAA member institution, seeks to hire an individual for the position of Assistant Director of Athletics Equipment Operations.  This is a 12-month, full-time position.  This position will report to the Director of Equipment Operations as the immediate supervisor and ultimately to the Associate Athletics Director for Facilities. Applicants must have a commitment to and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of WKU, Conference USA and the NCAA.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are customary for this position but are not to be construed as all-inclusive.  Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Serve student-athletes, coaches and administrators by providing a direct and designated point of contact related to football equipment operations
• Organize and coordinate all aspects of equipment and on-the-field activities and operations
• Manage all football equipment issues including safety compliance, equipment maintenance, and overall equipment safety on game days and within practice facilities
• Oversee managers/students working in equipment
• This position is expected to use discretion and independent judgment to develop and implement policies and protocols related to the day-to-day equipment operations of the football program and must analyze and recommend changes to associated policies and/or practices
• Supervise, direct and comply with applicable rules and regulations governing safety and sanitary environments
• Provide education to appropriate employees regarding applicable rules and regulations for a safe and efficient work environment
• Perform routine checks of equipment in order to maintain proper fit
• Inspect equipment/apparel through visual observation in order to identify needed repair
• Communicate distribution of equipment and apparel with athletes, coaches, athletic trainers and others as necessary
• Assist with managing and overseeing the equipment budget and implementation of contracts with specific vendors through the athletics department
• Maintain budgetary guidelines through the effective use of resources in order to perform all necessary tasks
• Assist where necessary as it relates to recruiting and fundraising operations
• Supervise and direct student workers on processes to comply with athletics hiring protocols along with university, NCAA and Conference USA policies
• Commitment to WKU, WKU Athletics, Conference USA and NCAA rules and regulations
• Any other duties assigned by the Director of Equipment Operations, Head Football Coach, Football Chief of Staff or Associate Athletics Director for Facilities

 

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

• Previous Division I equipment and administrative experience
• Knowledge of health and safety measures in the realm of athletics equipment
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office & Outlook
• Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to NCAA rules and regulations and Conference USA policies and procedures

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• At least one year of working experience at an NCAA institution or a Professional Sports Team in the area of equipment
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, some holidays and post-season events

Additional Information:

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at [email protected] or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email [email protected] .

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