Associate Equipment Manager

Position Summary

Under the supervision of both the Assistant Athletic Director of Equipment Operations and the Director of Olympic Sports Equipment Operations, the Associate Equipment Manager, Olympic Sports will be responsible for managing the equipment and apparel needs of their assigned varsity sports programs. Major job responsibilities include the ordering, storage, issuance, retrieval, maintenance, and servicing of teams’ uniform and apparel needs. Procurement of all equipment, issuing equipment and apparel to student-athletes and coaches, and maintaining a thorough inventory of all goods for assigned programs will also be important parts of daily tasks. Additionally, it’s the responsibility of the Associate Equipment Manager to maintain an equipment budget in excess of $250,000 annually. Individual is responsible for the maintenance of goods and services as well as safely and properly outfitting the student-athletes for practice and competition. Responsible for the packing and timely and efficient transportation of athletic equipment and competition wear for all athletic contests and practices. Share in supervision and training of student managers.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of both the Assistant Athletic Director of Equipment Operations and the Director of Olympic Sports Equipment Operations, the Associate Equipment Manager, Olympic Sports will be responsible for managing the equipment and apparel needs of their assigned varsity sports programs. Major job responsibilities include the ordering, storage, issuance, retrieval, maintenance, and servicing of teams’ uniform and apparel needs. Procurement of all equipment, issuing equipment and apparel to student-athletes and coaches, and maintaining a thorough inventory of all goods for assigned programs will also be important parts of daily tasks. Additionally, it’s the responsibility of the Associate Equipment Manager to maintain an equipment budget in excess of $250,000 annually. Individual is responsible for the maintenance of goods and services as well as safely and properly outfitting the student-athletes for practice and competition. Responsible for the packing and timely and efficient transportation of athletic equipment and competition wear for all athletic contests and practices. Share in supervision and training of student managers.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.
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Qualifications

• 5 years of experience working full-time in a Division I college or professional equipment room. (Required)
  • Prior experience managing budgets in excess of $250,000. (Preferred)
  • Prior experience managing two or more student-managers. (Required)
  • Experience with University, Big 10, and NCAA rules and regulations. (Preferred)
  • Ability to adjust to unique situations and scenarios often associated with sporting events. (Required)
  • Detail oriented and possess the ability to keep an orderly equipment room. (Required)
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as well as travel, as needed. (Required)
  • Strong organization and Interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate with university employees, vendors, and student-athletes. (Required)
  • Ability to prioritize tasks properly as they present themselves and be proactive to address concerns as or before they arise. (Required)
  • Working knowledge of proper general accounting, procurement, and receiving principles and procedures. (Required)
  • Understanding of, and experience with, proper record keeping practices including inventory maintenance. (Required)
  • Proficiency in computer operations, inputting, and use of programs such as; Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Access and other internal departmental software applications and programs. (Required)
  • General knowledge of NCAA guidelines and equipment needs that oversee all department programs. (Required)
  • Ability to properly fit equipment in accordance to manufacturer recommendations and the guidelines in place by the NCAA, AEMA, and other governing bodies. (Required)
  • Strong knowledge of equipment and apparel maintenance and repair techniques in accordance to manufacturer specifications and the NCAA. (Required)
  • Capacity to meet physical demands of position, including: -Lift, move and carry equipment up to 75lbs, -Stand for long periods of time, -Fitness level providing to bend, kneel, reach and set up equipment as needed, -Strong vision, hearing and hand-eye coordination sufficient to set up equipment (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
  • Certification by the Athletic Equipment Manager's Association. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
  • Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
  • CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".
• Possess drivers’ license and capability to drive motor vehicles as well as an electric cart, including passing University mandated requirements. (Required)
  • Use of a variety of hand tools, ability to work outdoors under different weather conditions. (Required)
• 20% Ability to travel for assigned team activities as needed.

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