Equipment Manager

TITLE:                              Equipment Manager                         

CLASSIFICATION:         Administrative

DEPARTMENT:              Athletics and Recreation

FLSA STATUS:                Exempt

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Director of Athletics and Recreation

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Part-time staff and student workers

POSITION SUMMARY: The Equipment Manager is responsible for all of the varsity athletic programs at Moravian University.  This individual will also oversee the Under Armour contract, inventory management, issuing of gear, laundry services, and equipment management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains a daily, monthly, and yearly calendar regarding equipment room operations and service functions.

• Consults with coaches, determining annual athletic uniforms and equipment needs.

• Fits and maintains equipment for student-athlete per manufacturer specifications (helmet fitting/reconditioning, shoulder pad fitting/reconditioning, evaluation of equipment health, etc.)

• Monitor and track orders from placement through delivery to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment.

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments for accuracy and quality.

• Organize and oversee the distribution and collection of equipment.

• Generates status and maintains an inventory of all uniforms and equipment.

• Keeps accurate records to generate billing for all non-returned equipment and apparel.

• ​​Manage reconditioning and maintenance of all equipment.

• Develop and manage the process for laundry services for all in season athletic teams, including scheduling and managing the maintenance of laundry equipment.

• Coordinate locker room assignments for in season, visiting teams and officials.

• Repair and maintain equipment/uniforms as needed.

• Assist in managing the athletic equipment and apparel contract. 

• Train and supervise full-time and student worker staff.

• Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the Director of Athletics and Recreation.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree required. Athletic Equipment Managers Association (AEMA) certification is preferred. Must have a thorough knowledge of the principles of inventory control/accountability, purchasing/receiving and maintenance of equipment. Candidates should exhibit strong leadership skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Candidates must be detail oriented and demonstrate excellent organizational and time-management skills. Fundamental knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations is desired. Supervisory experience preferred. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Strong technical and inventory skills are necessary. Must be highly reliable, flexible and adaptable. A valid Driver's License. The ability to work evenings and weekends is required.

COMPETENCY STATEMENTS:

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for their actions.

• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

• Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.

• Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas. Willing to receive constructive feedback and make adjustments that support efficiency, effectiveness and overall success.

• Consensus Building - Ability to bring about group solidarity to achieve a goal.

• Diversity Oriented - Commitment to valuing a variety of different experiences, encouraging input and collaboration from campus stakeholders, including being mindful of experiences related, but not limited to: age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, LGBTQ, and/or job type.

• Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.

• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build positive relationships with students, co-workers, alumni and community.

• Team Building - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal.

• Training - Ability to develop a particular skill in others to bring them up to a predetermined standard of work performance.
  

TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should attach their cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to the online application. Please attach documents as a PDF file.

Moravian University will not sponsor applicants for a U.S. work visa for this position.