Assistant Equipment Manager - Athletics
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JOB TITLE:
Assistant Equipment Manager - Athletics
JOB PURPOSE:
Assists in supervision and duties with assigned sports and departments in support of equipment department functions including: purchasing, issuance, and inventory of athletic equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborates with coaches and staff to proactively and effectively address the equipment needs of assigned intercollegiate athletic programs and departments, including: purchasing, receiving, issuing, returns, maintenance, and repairs of equipment.
- Ensures 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.
- Assists with practice and game laundry.
- Keeps inventory on all apparel, footwear, and accessory items for assigned teams.
- Assists in the embellishment process of team issued apparel and competition wear.
- Assists in supervising and scheduling student managers and interns as needed.
- Manages Athletic Awards Program including Senior Rings and Letter Jackets.
- Works with assigned sports and departments. Primary sport for this position is Football.
- Attends home and away contests and practices.
- Assists in the development and monitoring of the equipment budget pertaining to assigned sports teams.
- Maintains thorough knowledge of and adheres to all applicable University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
- Assists with other duties/projects as assigned/directed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Experience: 3 Years of Equipment Related Experience
- 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.
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.
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.
- AEMA Certified Equipment Manager or ability to become certified within one year from hire date.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with day-to-day problem solving associated with equipment duties and responsibilities.
REQUIRED APPLICATION 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 7/14/2026 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 and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.
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