Manager of Equipment Operations

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Manager of Equipment Operations

FLSA

Exempt

Primary Responsibilities

St. Lawrence University invites applications and nominations for a full-time Manager of Equipment Operations. 

Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Associate Director of Operations, the Manager of Equipment Operations is responsible for overseeing the equipment operations that support St. Lawrence University’s 37 varsity athletic programs. This position provides leadership and coordination in the purchasing, distribution, fitting, maintenance, and inventory management of athletic equipment, apparel, and supplies, ensuring that student-athletes, coaches, and athletic programs have the resources necessary to operate safely, efficiently, and effectively.

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Manager of Equipment Operations

FLSA

Exempt

Primary Responsibilities

St. Lawrence University invites applications and nominations for a full-time Manager of Equipment Operations. 

Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Associate Director of Operations, the Manager of Equipment Operations is responsible for overseeing the equipment operations that support St. Lawrence University’s 37 varsity athletic programs. This position provides leadership and coordination in the purchasing, distribution, fitting, maintenance, and inventory management of athletic equipment, apparel, and supplies, ensuring that student-athletes, coaches, and athletic programs have the resources necessary to operate safely, efficiently, and effectively.

In addition to managing hockey equipment operations and coordinating football equipment fitting, the Manager of Equipment Operations oversees game-day preparation and facility-related equipment needs across multiple sports. This includes coordinating competition setup, maintaining batting tunnels and other athletic spaces, managing equipment-related work orders, and ensuring that facilities and equipment are prepared for practices, competitions, and special events.

The position is responsible for maintaining accurate equipment and supply inventories, monitoring equipment condition, coordinating repairs and replacements, and establishing organized systems for storage, distribution, and accountability. The Manager also coordinates equipment-related team travel arrangements, communicates with coaches regarding travel requests and special requirements, and ensures that equipment, apparel, and supplies are prepared and available for away competitions.

The Manager of Equipment Operations will supervise a part-time Assistant Equipment Manager, 1 union personnel and provide direction and oversight to student equipment managers, as assigned. Through effective delegation, staff development, purchasing oversight, and collaboration with coaches, vendors, and athletic department personnel, this position supports consistent service delivery and efficient departmental operations. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and a proactive, service-oriented approach to meeting the needs of all athletic programs.

This position plays a critical role in the daily functioning of St. Lawrence University Athletics by ensuring that equipment operations, game-day services, facility support, inventory management, and team travel coordination are conducted professionally and reliably in support of the University’s student-athletes, coaches, and broader athletic community.

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or several years of experience in a related field. It would be preferred if the candidate is athletic equipment managers association certified (AEMA) or be willing to get certified within one (1) year. The candidate must demonstrate strong communication skills, have the ability to act with initiative, and to be able to work effectively with staff, faculty, and other members of the University community. The ability to work evenings, weekends and travel may be required. 

Preferred Qualifications

Salary

$62,353.20

Status (FT, PT, Seasonal, Temp)

Full-time (12 months)

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | ST01566 | | Desired Start Date | | | Open Date (to accept applications) | | | Close Date (date applications will not be considered) | | | Open Until Filled | | | Special Instructions to Applicant | |

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 3. Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Optional Documents

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