Equipment Manager

Description

Position:                                  Equipment Manager  

Department:                            Athletics

Reports To:                             Director of Athletics

FSLA Classification:               Salary Non-Exempt

Lane College, NCAA Division II, located in Jackson, Tennessee, invites applicants for the position of Equipment Manager. This is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Athletics. Lane College is a member of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC).

Responsibilities:

• Conduct all aspects of the program within the rules, regulations, and procedures encompassed in the NCAA, the athletic conference, College, and athletic department policies and procedures manual, with an understanding that failure to do so may lead to sanctions up to and including termination.
• Assist students with proper fitting and care of helmets, shoulder pads and other basic safety and athletic equipment. Respond to questions regarding proper fit and sizing.
• Assist supervisor and athletic staff in the organization, safety checking, and management of all athletic equipment.
• Assist supervisor and athletic staff in the instruction of proper use and care and appropriate storage of instructional equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and support student athletes with equipment needs on all home and away game days.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment use by students; maintain student files on the checking-in and checking-out of equipment.
• Monitor equipment storage area for safety and report student safety issues to the supervisor. Communicate with custodial staff as to the cleanliness of student work area.
• Order and distribute supplies and equipment; maintain accurate inventory of supplies and equipment assigned to department or program. Issue and receive instructional supplies and equipment. Research and compile data for reconditioning and replacement of supplies and equipment.
• Perform a variety of duties for away games, including packing, loading and transport of supplies and equipment. Assist supervisor with equipment issues during all home and away games.
• Oversee and instruct student workers with the cleaning and folding of uniforms and other safety equipment. Perform laundry in absence of student workers.
• Assist Athletic Trainer with hazard materials assessment, including blood borne pathogen awareness and training.
• Travel required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required, Degree in logistics, business administration or relevant field is a plus.
• Proven experience as an Equipment Manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of equipment operation, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Good understanding of inventory management procedures.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Degree in logistics, business administration or relevant field is a plus.

Expectations:

You will be expected to abide by the NCAA’s Article 2: Principles for Conduct of Intercollegiate Athletics and the Athletics Department Code of Conduct. Adherence to all guidelines, policies and procedures contained in the NCAA Division II Manual, Athletic Conference Policies and Procedures Manuals, and Lane College Athletic Department Policies and Procedures/Compliance Manuals in the performance of the responsibilities outlined in your position’s job description will be expected and enforced.

Creating an atmosphere of compliance, accurately completing required Lane College and NCAA forms and reporting any suspected violation of NCAA rules and regulations are expected and required.

All athletics staff and coaches are expected to act professionally to foster an atmosphere conducive to student athlete well-being, a safe and welcoming environment, high academic achievement, and a highly competitive athletic experience for our student athletes.

Failure to meet these expectations may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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.