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JOB TITLE:
Assistant Equipment Manager
JOB PURPOSE:
Assist in supervision and duties with assigned sports and departments in support of equipment department functions including purchasing, issuance, and inventory of athletic equipment. The primary (assigned) sports for this position are football and either golf or tennis. Additional oversight may also occur.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate with coaches and staff to proactively and effectively address the equipment needs of assigned sports and departments, including purchasing, receiving, issuing, returns, maintenance, and repairs of equipment.
- Ensure all athletic equipment which includes, but is not limited to, uniforms, helmets, decals, banners and logos comply with conference and NCAA regulations along with University of Wyoming brand and licensing directives.
- Assist with practice and game laundry.
- Maintain and track all inventory (apparel, footwear, and accessory items) for assigned sports and departments via Teamworks TRAC.
- Assist in the embellishment process of team issued apparel and competition wear.
- Assist in supervising and scheduling student managers and interns as needed.
- Attend home contests and practice as needed. Some travel to away contests may be required occasionally.
- Assist in the development and monitoring of the equipment budget pertaining to assigned sports and departments.
- Evening and weekend hours with some travel required.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 3 Years of Equipment Related Experience
Other:
- Physical ability to handle bulky or heavy stock items, equipment, and supplies up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Knowledge of issuing, fitting, cleaning, and maintaining athletic equipment.
- AEMA Certified Equipment Manager or ability to become certified within one year from hire date.
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of NCAA and NOCSAE rules and guidelines
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Experience with mobile inventory tracking systems.
- Experience with ordering apparel and footwear through team portal system.
- Experience in packing and planning for away contests.
- Experience supervising student workers.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with day-to-day problem solving associated with equipment duties and responsibilities.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or C.V.
- Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).
This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 4/10/2025 will receive full consideration.
WORK LOCATION:
On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
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