Assistant Football Equipment Manager - Athletics [P2]

Assist in the supervision of an internal and external staff which include a combination of student labor, logistical staff associated with moving company, and phone technicians who handle team sideline communications; in consultation with supervisors, will assist in the oversight and management of ordering, receiving, inventory, and maintaining equipment for the Football Equipment Room and related budgets for the Football program; equip all Football staff/athletes for daily practices, competition and travel; continually research and monitor innovations and upgrades to all Football equipment; use experience to work with new and existing safety devices of equipment and the protection as it pertains to equipment; make sure all protective equipment used passes NOCSAE (National Operating Committee for the Standards of Athletic Equipment) Reconditioning, and Recertification standards; properly fit all protective equipment, apparel, and shoes for the student-athletes to ensure that a safe and proper fit has been maintained; work closely with Athletic Training staff to provide any special protective requirements necessary; attend all Football practice related activities throughout the year; responsible for all Field Equipment and Football-related instruments (sleds, agility bags, goal posts, shields, footballs, etc.); Assist in the management of all game day equipment-related setup for home and away football games including, but not limited to: prepare all equipment functions for home and away games; pack truck with all equipment, medical, and video equipment/supplies; site setup; home bench/sideline; locker room; officials locker room; visitors bench/sideline setup; coordinate equipment transport to and from all home and away football games; Assist in all aspects for Nike related to apparel and equipment; maintain an inventory of all uniforms, equipment, apparel, and supplies in the Football equipment room; attend training sessions, conventions, and meet with manufacturing representatives in order to obtain knowledge of and continuing education on equipment trends and requirements in college athletics; work with non-Nike vendors assisting in the creation of budgets and acquiring goods; knowledge of NCAA and FBS rules/regulations as it pertains to equipment, logos, and trademarks; responsible for all shipping/receiving functions in the Burton Family Football Complex and the Shenkman Training Center; work with building staff to initiate all work orders related to maintenance and care of facilities as needed; and other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·       Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field and two years of experience working in a Football equipment room. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

·       AEMA (Athletic Equipment Manager’s Association) certified or the ability to become certified within one year of appointment.

·       Knowledge of all types of athletic equipment and its proper use.

·       Knowledge of OSHA standards for blood-borne pathogens.

·       Detail oriented.

·       Basic computer application knowledge.

·       Excellent interpersonal, organizational, teamwork and collaboration skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

·       Three years of experience working in a Football equipment room.

·       Supervisory skills.

·       Experience at a Power 4 FBS institution.

·       Experience working with Nike as the primary apparel and equipment vendor.

·       Experience setting up Coach Comm communication system.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

  This is a full-time, permanent position. The incumbent must have the ability to work flexible and irregular hours including weekends and holidays. The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/benefits-beyond-pay/.  Other rights, terms and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

  Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s background and experience.