Athletic Equipment Specialist - Football

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Posted: 13-Mar-24

Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan

Salary: Open

Categories:

Athletics
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 2185

Job Description:

• Manages the services and day-to-day operations of the athletic equipment rooms.
• Oversees athletic equipment purchases and inventory for varsity sports and staff.
• Evaluates and monitors the effectiveness of services, policies, and procedures. Identifies and resolves problems. Updates and improves policies and procedures to accommodate for future growth of operations.
• Manages apparel embellishment for cost-effectiveness, consistency, and protection of brand.
• Coordinates laundry room operations to ensure garments are laundered and distributed to student-athletes as needed.
• Adheres to University, state, conference, and National Collegiate Athletics Association policies and procedures, including Title IX, regarding the issuance of equipment and services for all intercollegiate sports.
• Remains current with evolving safety standards that are necessary to reduce liability. Ensures proper fitting and maintenance of all sports equipment to provide a safe environment for student athletes.
• Manages relationships with equipment and clothing vendors.
• Ensures the availability of equipment support for visiting teams and officials.
• Coordinates and orders athletic awards.
• Hires, trains, evaluates, and supervises student and temporary employees.

Short Job Description:

• Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution.
• Three years' relevant experience.
• Knowledge of intercollegiate athletic programs, rules and regulations.
• Athletic Equipment Managers Association (AEMA) certification.
• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including weekends and holidays.

Job Ref: S671P

Job Reply URL: 2185

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