Assistant Director of Athletics Equipment

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

1. Coordinates the purchase of athletic apparel and protective equipment in collaboration with coaching staff to support sport-specific needs. Cultivates productive vendor partnerships, obtains competitive pricing in accordance with university procurement policies, and monitors expenditures within allocated budgets. Assists with forecasting and equipment replacement planning.
2. Manages sport-specific equipment inventory utilizing the Teamworks Inventory Management system to maintain accurate digital records, conduct reconciliation and support annual audits. Implements inventory control procedures to ensure accountability, operational efficiency, and loss prevention. Maintains secure equipment storage areas and communicates regularly with sport programs regarding equipment needs and safety standards.
3. Oversees issuance, collection, and tracking of uniforms and equipment for student-athlete and staff. Maintains accurate checkout records and ensures timely distribution and retrieval for practices, competitions, and travel while delivering a high level of services to assigned sports programs.
4. Supervises laundering, repair, and reconditioning of athletic equipment and apparel. Evaluates equipment condition and determines replacement needs. Ensures protective equipment meets manufacturer and applicable safety standards and collaborates with sport staff to address operation concerns.
5. Performs other related duties as assigned.