"Assistant Director of Equipment Operations"

Assistant Director of Equipment Operations

Position Title & Department: Assistant Director of Equipment Operations; Athletics

Posting #: 5484

Department Description: As part of the University of San Diego, a Roman Catholic University, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to advancing academic and athletic excellence and enhancing students' lives while promoting the University of San Diego.

Detailed Description: The Assistant Director of Equipment Operations works under the general supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director of Equipment Operations and is responsible for managing the day-to-day equipment operations of the football program as well as being the primary contact for 2-3 other sports to be determined by leadership. This position will assist in planning and preparing equipment for USD's 17+ sports on a day-to-day basis.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and prepare equipment setup and take down for practice and games
• Maintain, repair, size and issue equipment to student-athletes, ensuring safe and proper fit
• Conduct maintenance and repair of player and field equipment
• Assist with laundry operations
• Assist with shipping and receiving equipment for all sports
• Supervise student and casual workers
• Work directly with head coaches and coaching staffs to determine team needs
• Assist in ensuring that operations are maintained within established budget
• Follow protocol in areas of inventory control, fitting and laundry service, as well as health and safety practices
• Travel as required, primarily with the football team
• Other duties as necessary

Develop and Monitor Standards, Policies and Procedures:

• Monitor the inventory with guidance from Assistant Athletic Director of Equipment Operations to provide for an accurate recording and tracking system
• Monitor and follow NCAA, University, and Athletic Department policies and procedures. Report any and all violations
• Ensure that refunds, returns and exchanges are properly handled and accounted for, coordinated with the Athletics business office
• Maintain a positive environment for student-athletes

Maintenance:

• Adhere to all department purchasing, receiving, personnel, and inventory control policies and procedures
• Collect, maintain, fit, launder and repair athletic equipment and ensure that all protective equipment meets the National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE)
• Stay up to date with NCAA rules and regulations

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CPR/first aid certification required within six weeks of employment.

Special Conditions of Employment: Must be willing to work long hours and a variable work schedule including holidays and weekends. Some travel required.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree required. High school diploma and two additional years of work experience may substitute for bachelor's degree, at the rate of one year of work experience is equivalent to two years of higher education
• At least 1 year of related experience in a NCAA Division I institution required
• Previous football experience required
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations

Preferred Qualifications: A.E.M.A. Certification preferred.

Performance Expectations – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong customer service skills
• Work closely with coaches to resolve problems or issues arising in the day-to-day operations of the department

Posting Salary: $5,858.67 - $6,000 per month; Excellent Benefits

Special Application Instructions: Resume and Cover Letter Required. Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a cover letter and resume to your application profile for the hiring managers' review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at jobs@sandiego.edu.