Job ID 12548 Location Case Main Campus Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular Job Description POSITION OBJECTIVE The Equipment Manager will manage all aspects of athletics equipment, uniforms and other related supplies including maintenance, inventory, and care. This position will assist with the game day operations of Case Western Reserve University's 19-sport intercollegiate athletics program. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responsible for the issuance, maintenance and upkeep of the equipment and gear for 19 varsity sport programs. The equipment manager will provide student athletes with the necessary equipment and gear required for competition and practice. Monitor and arrange for equipment repairs. (25%) Manage the daily operations of the equipment rooms on the north and south side of campus, along with the north side storage facilities. Ensure each area is operated in a clean, efficient and effective manner. (20%) Implement an inventory control system to ensure accurate recording of all purchases, repairs, maintenance and disposal of athletic equipment and gear. Inventory athletic gear and distribute to student athletes. Responsible for collection of all gear annually, generating a final inventory for coaches and reporting lost items and charges to the associate athletics director. (15%) Provide laundry services as needed. Distribute clean laundry to student athletes, staff and coaches. Ensure team laundry is done to the correct specifications and health standards on a daily basis. (10%) Train and manage 20+ student employees to assist in carrying out the goals and objectives for equipment operations and Wyant Athletic Facilities. (10%) Provide essential coverage on game days, including game day assignments. Assist with set up and tear down for athletic competitions and practices. (10%) NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assist, coordinate and complete special projects as assigned by the associate athletics director for the Department of Facilities and Operations within Academics. (5%) Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of policies and procedures for the facilities and operations department within athletics. (5%) CONTACTS Department: Daily contact with the associate athletics director and facilities and operations staff, as well as coaching staff to coordinate services and expectations. University: Frequent contact with Dispatch, Police and Security, Facility Services and Grounds on game days to ensure efficient operations. External: Frequent contact with university vendors to order equipment and gear, as well as order equipment repairs. Students: Daily contact with student employees to supervise work and ensure efficient operations. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY This position supervises 20+ student employees, performing equipment and game day operations. QUALIFICATIONS Experience: 1 year of experience in athletic equipment management and operations required. Education/Licensing: High school education required; Bachelor's degree preferred. Current Athletic Equipment Managers Association (AEMA) certification, or successful acquisition of this certification within 12 months from date of hire. REQUIRED SKILLS Strong interpersonal skills: ability to work and communicate with various individuals from a broad spectrum of disciplines, technical and educational backgrounds within the department, school and university, and with individuals outside the university. Professional and effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to present and articulate ideas, plans, etc. Ability to effectively interact with colleagues, supervisors, students and customers face to face. Excellent organizational and planning skills; ability to prioritize and complete multiple assignments throughout the year. Attention to detail. Knowledge