"Equipment Room Assistant"

Job Details

Equipment Room Assistant

Job #: F00993

Location: Syracuse, NY

Pay Range: $17.02 - $18.03

Hours: Standard University business hours. 8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year), 8:00am - 4:30pm (summer). Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Description:

The Equipment Room Assistant position is primarily responsible for assisting with the purchasing and receiving of athletic apparel and equipment as assigned by the Head Equipment Manager and will work closely with assigned team coaches. Assist with maintenance of apparel and equipment control systems and procedures including purchasing, inventory, ordering and billing. The position will also assist in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures for the Equipment Room, as well as maintain organization and cleanliness in the work areas and coordination. Flexibility to work any day of the week, and also to work additional hours, including holidays.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree and/or 1-3 years equivalent combination of equipment room experience, preferably with Division I institution.
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations with practical, hands-on experience in applying Division I regulations is recommended.
• Athletic Equipment Manager Certification preferred.

Job Specific Qualifications:

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to perform detailed work with accuracy under deadline pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.
• Working knowledge of basic word processing, spreadsheet, and database functions.
• Proficient in computer applications relative to the inventory control.
• Familiarity with all types of equipment, uniforms, and gear.
• Maintenance a level of organization and cleanliness.
• Must possess the ability to multi-task and meet project deadlines and work under time constraint pressures.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the liaison to sport programs as assigned by the Head Equipment Manager.
• Responsible for daily monitoring, organization, inventory and tracking of all issued equipment/apparel to assigned teams.
• Maintain level of cleanliness for spaces both in working area and practice/games areas.
• Assist with the purchasing and receiving of equipment, gear and uniforms for assigned teams.
• Ensuring student-athlete safety and welfare with respect for equipment through vendor and manufacturing contacts.
• Knowledge of the safest and technological equipment.
• Ensuring the athletic department is in compliance with NCAA regulations with respect to equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

About Syracuse University:

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University's 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.

About the Syracuse area:

Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.