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Job overview

Area of Responsibility
Equipment Services
Type
Full-Time
Location
Logan, Utah

Assistant Equipment Manager for Olympic Sports

Utah State UniversityFull-TimeLogan, UT

This role, under the direction of the Director of Olympic Sports Equipment, will involve overseeing practice and game setups, maintaining equipment standards, and managing inventory. This position requires a commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with coaches, staff, and student-athletes.

  • Oversee all practice and game setup/breakdown, providing guidance to student equipment staff.

  • Ensure the equipment room is organized, clean, and safe.

  • Preparing facilities for tours and recruiting visits, including photo shoots.

  • Assist the Director of Olympic Sports Equipment with the uniforms and apparel allotment, ensuring proper sizing and maintenance.

  • Assist in planning and budgeting equipment orders for Olympic Sports, working closely with coaches.

  • Submit “At Once” and “Future” orders for Nike apparel and footwear through suppliers for assigned sports.

  • Select, fit, distribute, collect, inspect, and maintain equipment to meet safety standards, collaborating with coaches on current and future needs.

  • Coordinate the embellishment of apparel with school logos for assigned Olympic sports teams.

  • Assemble and distribute team gear packages for assigned teams.

  • Set up and clean shower towels for visiting teams and officials during home events for assigned sports.

  • Manage inventory using equipment inventory software, conducting pre-and postseason inventory and addressing mid-season shortages.

  • Provide logistical support for practices and games, responding to emergencies and coordinating facility requirements.

  • Support inventory management and distribution of Letterman Awards (e.g., jackets and blankets)

  • Supervise the Spectrum Arena laundry facility, ensuring washers, dryers, and laundry chemicals are maintained. 

  • Perform additional assignments and projects as directed by Olympic Sports Director of Equipment Operations.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • One year of equipment management experience.

    • Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.

    • Commitment to ethical principles and student-athlete welfare.

    • Willingness and availability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

    • Ability to adhere to USU Travel and Driving policies.

    • Knowledge of and commitment to NCAA, Mountain West Conference, Pac 12, and Utah State University policies and regulations.

     

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • One year of equipment management experience at the NCAA Division I level.

    • Bachelor’s degree.

    • Proficiency in SportSoft Inventory Software or similar systems.

    • Athletic Equipment Manager Association (AEMA) certification, or willingness to pursue certification within one year.