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Assistant Director of Equipment Operations

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Position Status: Full-time regular
Location: San Diego
Position Type: Administrator, Athletics

Position Title & Department:

 Assistant Director of Equipment Operations; Athletics
Posting #

5363

Department Description:

As part of the University of San Diego, a Roman Catholic University, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to advancing academic and athletic excellence and enhancing students' lives while promoting the University of San Diego.

University Description:

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

Detailed Description:

The Assistant Director of Equipment Operations works under the general supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director of Equipment Operations and is responsible for managing the day-to-day equipment operations of the football program as well as being the primary contact for 2-3 other sports to be determined by leadership. This position will assist in planning and preparing equipment for USD’s 17+ sports on a day-to-day basis.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Equipment Operations

  • Plan and prepare equipment setup and take down for practice and games
  • Maintain, repair, size and issue equipment to student-athletes, ensuring safe and proper fit
  • Conduct maintenance and repair of player and field equipment
  • Assist with laundry operations
  • Assist with shipping and receiving equipment for all sports
  • Supervise student and casual workers.
  • Work directly with head coaches and coaching staffs to determine team needs
  • Assist in ensuring that operations are maintained within established budget
  • Follow protocol in areas of inventory control, fitting and laundry service, as well as health and safety practices.
  • Travel as required, primarily with the football team
  • Other duties as necessary

Develop and Monitor Standards, Policies and Procedures

  • Monitor the inventory with guidance from Assistant Athletic Director of Equipment Operations to provide for an accurate recording and tracking system.
  • Monitor and follow NCAA, University, and Athletic Department policies and procedures. Report any and all violations.
  • Ensure that refunds, returns and exchanges are properly handled and accounted for, coordinated with the Athletics business office.
  • Maintain a positive environment for student-athletes.

Maintenance

  • Adhere to all department purchasing, receiving, personnel, and inventory control policies and procedures.
  • Collect, maintain, fit, launder and repair athletic equipment and ensure that all protective equipment meets the National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE).
  • Stay up to date with NCAA rules and regulations

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

  • CPR/first aid certification required within six weeks of employment.

Special Conditions of Employment:

  • Must be willing to work long hours and a variable work schedule including holidays and weekends. Some travel required.

Background check:  Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes. 

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree required.  High school diploma and two additional years of work experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree, at the rate of one year of work experience is equivalent to two years of higher education. 
  • At least 1 year of related experience in a NCAA Division I institution required.
  • Previous football experience required.
  • Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A.E.M.A. Certification preferred.

Performance Expectations - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong customer service skills
  • Work closely with coaches to resolve problems or issues arising in the day-to-day operations of the department.
Posting Salary:

$5720 - 5800 per month; Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers.  Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer.  USD: Human Resources: Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position.  Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Special Application Instructions:
Resume and Cover Letter Required

Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a cover letter and resume to your application profile for the hiring managers’ review.  If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at jobs@sandiego.edu.

Additional Details:

Hours: 40 hours per week

Closing date: Open until filled

Note: External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.

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