Pay Grade: 28E

Context of the job:

The Assistant Athletic Equipment Manager at the University of Delaware is a valued member within the University and Department of Athletics, Community & Campus Recreation (DACCR), upholding and embracing the departmental mission of 'Achieving Excellence Together'. The Assistant Equipment Manager reports to the Associate AD, Head Equipment Manager and is responsible for budget forecasting / management, equipment and apparel ordering, equipment maintenance, and laundering of assigned sports. This includes working with coaches on how to best utilize their budget. This position will have an assignment of sports operating out of a specific building that will receive these services.

Responsibilities:

Administrative: Coordinate with coaches to determine teams' equipment needs and variations or design of new uniforms. Coordinate equipment orders for assigned sports and departments. Maintain inventory of all sporting equipment and supplies. Responsible for equipment control and audit ability. Communicate with vendors regarding orders, returns, contracts and product satisfaction. Coordinate with the Head Coach or designee of each sport purchase order and maintenance records of uniforms and equipment. Ensure that all equipment and uniform needs are met for assigned sports practices and competitions. Responsible for day-to-day problem solving of athletic equipment issues; management ability to maintain good rapport with coaches, student-athletes, and staff. Adhere to OSHA requirements and NCAA regulations with regards to equipment safety. Ensure ordering of apparel for athletic staff and teams are in-line with branding requirements of Athletic department, sponsors, conference, and university. Ensure coaches are consulted regarding ordering uniforms and supplies. Assist coaches with budget management/forecasting by suggesting best options in accordance with budget numbers regarding purchase of apparel and equipment. Assist in oversight of interns and student managers.

Equipment Maintenance: Issue protective and regular equipment to members of all intercollegiate teams. Supervise the laundering of all sports apparel to ensure they are available for daily practice, competition, and training. Responsible for equipment pre- and postseason inventory, use, and reconditioning. Manage the daily operations of assigned Equipment Room and Storage Facilities, ensuring each is operated in a clean, efficient, and effective manner.

Event Management: Provide coverage of assigned sports practices and competitions as required with the aid of part-time assistance when needed. Ensure locker rooms and benches are prepared and set up to appropriate standards for assigned sports home athletic events. Prepare equipment needed for athletic trips and home games. Assist visiting teams for practices or competitions when needed.

Other Duties as Assigned: Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and two years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience AEMA certified. Intercollegiate athletic equipment room experience preferred.
• Knowledge of NCAA regulations regarding equipment safety.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements with regards to equipment safety.
• Strong interpersonal and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Analytical as well as computing skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to evaluate procurement bids in accordance with established criteria.
• Ability to resolve complaints and concerns for both internal and external parties.
• Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions.
• Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects, to assess contract compliance and product/service quality.
• Ability to prepare, execute and maintain equipment and apparel lifecycle analysis, inventory management, budget forecasting, and process controls regarding athletic equipment and apparel.
• Ability to negotiate with vendors and interact with coaches, students, and administrative staff at all levels.
• Familiarity with University systems, policies, and procedures desired. Ability to work as a team member.