Equipment and Game Operations Coordinator

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Req Id: 32581

Job Title: Equipment and Game Operations Coordinator

Job Description

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Req Id: 32581

Job Title: Equipment and Game Operations Coordinator

City: Fort Wayne

Job Description:

Join Purdue University Fort Wayne:

Purdue University Fort Wayne is currently seeking an onsite, full-time Equipment and Game Operations Coordinator in our Athletics department . The Equipment and Game Operations Coordinator is responsible for game day operations, departmental equipment, and the coordination of departmental facility needs. This position has an annual starting wage of $43, 888.

Please include both a cover letter and a resume with your application for further consideration.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as PFW Athletics equipment manager with responsibility for organizing and supervising all facets of the equipment/laundry area.
• Develop and maintain all procedures involved with equipment distribution and collection system with each program.
• Develop and maintain a database of all athletic equipment to satisfy related NCAA regulations.
• Hire, train, and schedule student/temp employees, and interns serving in the equipment/laundry area.
• Supervise subordinate’s daily equipment maintenance duties including repair, laundry, and travel preparation.
• Coordinate with all head coaches on the particular equipment management needs related to their sport for both practices and contests.
• Oversee direct relationship with Under Armour, Game One, and other equipment and apparel contacts for team and departmental apparel purchases.
• Manage athletic department fleet of support vehicles including but not limited to golf carts, John Deere gators, ATV’s, etc.
• Responsible for providing a safe, clean, fun and professional environment for all teams, fans, and officials in attendance of Athletic and special events.
• Develop and maintain all procedures involved with putting on a home contest including pregame, game time, and postgame duties.
• Hire and train all event student/temp employees on customer service and safety plans and approve their time sheets.
• Supervise student/temp employees performing set up and clean-up activities.
• Regularly exercise discretion and judgment in mitigation of situations that arise during events to include: media access, concessions, parking, and security.
• Prepare locker rooms for visiting teams & officials.
• Responsible for coordinating with Physical Plant staff a safe and clean Athletic facility for all students, staff and patrons that utilize the Athletic venues.
• Assist with coordinating all physical plant work orders.
• Review the cleaning and maintenance completed by physical plant work orders.
• Evaluate all preventative maintenance projects.
• Support formulating future planning projects.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree. Relevant years of experience will be accepted in lieu of education.
• 2 years of experience working in Athletics in game operations, equipment, and facility management.
• Able to work and thrive in a team setting and in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills.
• A strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and some holidays.
• Able to work with diverse populations and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Able to foster a professional culture that emphasizes respect, sportsmanship, accuracy, service, collaboration, and teamwork.

Additional Information:

• Resumes and cover letters that contain portraits or personal information will not be reviewed by the hiring committee.
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
• A background check and misconduct screen will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

FLSA Status

Exempt

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Posting Start Date: 7/5/24