Assistant Director of Equipment

EXPIRED

Job Summary

The assistant director of equipment works with coaches, student-athletes, sport supervisors, Athletic Business Office, and other staff to supervise and oversee the purchase and fiscal control of game and sports equipment/apparel for designated sports.  Research vendor products and make equipment/apparel recommendations.  Assign, instruct, and review the work of regular staff and temporary student employees.  Oversee equipment inventory & distribution and supervise the return of yearly issued equipment.  Coordinate student-athlete and team banquet award process.  Oversee event staff apparel management.

Job Summary

The assistant director of equipment works with coaches, student-athletes, sport supervisors, Athletic Business Office, and other staff to supervise and oversee the purchase and fiscal control of game and sports equipment/apparel for designated sports.  Research vendor products and make equipment/apparel recommendations.  Assign, instruct, and review the work of regular staff and temporary student employees.  Oversee equipment inventory & distribution and supervise the return of yearly issued equipment.  Coordinate student-athlete and team banquet award process.  Oversee event staff apparel management.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience  
• Three years athletic equipment room work experience, preferably at the collegiate level, or directly related work experience.
• Athletic equipment manager association (AEMA) certification required or ability to obtain within first year.  
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.  
• Strong interpersonal skill for developing working relationship with coaches, athletes, and sales representatives.  
• Knowledge of athletic fabric, differences, durability, care.  Ability to maintain knowledge that's current on all protective equipment. 
• Personal computer and related software skills, e.g., word process, spreadsheets, database, data query, Internet, etc., necessary.‎
• Must meet the university required driving policy - https://www.purdue.edu/faculty_staff_...

Additional Information:  

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• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position  https://bit.ly/3t7vcRd 
• A background check will be required for employment in this position 
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible For Overtime) 
• Retirement Eligibility:  Defined Contribution Waiting Period 
• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply