Assistant Equipment Manager - Slater Arena

Summary

Responsible for the overall equipment operations within the Slater Family Ice Arena. Serve as the direct equipment manager for baseball and hockey, while assisting with other equipment staff as needed in their respective locations.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the issuing, proper fitting & maintenance of all sports equipment associated with the teams housed in the Slater Family Ice Arena.

• Coordinate the purchasing of equipment & uniforms for assigned sports. 

• Responsible for the maintaining accurate inventory of equipment for intercollegiate sports.  The use of inventory software is required.

• Assist with game operations as needed by assisting visiting teams with any needs they may have while on our campus.

• Responsible for laundry of sports (practice & game uniforms etc. towels).  Responsible for the maintenance and repair of washers and dryers and the purchase of all laundry products.

• Other Duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following Degree is required:

• Bachelor's Degree

The following Experience is required: 

• 1 year of equipment management experience 

  • hockey preferred

The following Certification is Preferred:

• AEMA certification (or eligibility and intent to certify within one year)

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people with broad backgrounds and experiences

• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast paced environment

• Knowledgeable with a computer inventory system

• Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis

• Skill and knowledge to repair various sports equipment

Application Deadline

The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by April 30, 2026.

Required Application Materials & Evaluation

• Experience must befully documented on the official application.

• The application will be used to evaluate if candidates meet the minimum requirements for the position and for consideration when determining starting pay rate.

• Experience requirements are inclusive of relevant professional experience, or experience attained through relevant internships, co-ops, student employment positions, or graduate assistantships.

Uploads

• Required: Resume (for supplemental information only)

• Optional: Cover Letter

Essential Requirement: Work Authorization

BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. 

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