Director of Equipment Operations

$61,000 - $106,800/Yr

University of California - Riverside, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Riverside, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Director of Equipment Operations at the University of California, Riverside is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing the daily management of the Athletics equipment room operations and locker room. This position entails a variety of duties that support daily practices and home competitions, ensuring that all equipment and uniforms are properly managed and maintained. The Director will assist in game management duties and facility maintenance or repair as needed, ensuring that all operations run smoothly and efficiently. In this role, the Director is responsible for receiving, securing, and managing the inventory of all Athletics equipment and uniforms. Acting as the department's Equipment custodian, the Director will have campus purchasing duties related to Athletics Equipment, which includes managing relationships with apparel vendors to ensure good budget stewardship and proper ordering of items. The position operates within an atmosphere of compliance, integrity, and adherence to NCAA, conference, and University regulations and policies. Additionally, the Director will develop and maintain a comprehensive inventory of Athletics Equipment, regularly reviewing for accuracy and providing necessary reports. Collaboration with the intercollegiate compliance department on compliance-related matters and paperwork is also a key aspect of this role. The position requires flexibility, as it involves working nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the demands of the Athletics department.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily management of the Athletics equipment room operations and locker room.
• Assist in game management duties and facility maintenance/repair as needed.
• Receive, secure, and manage the inventory of all Athletics equipment and uniforms.
• Act as the department Equipment custodian.
• Handle campus purchasing duties related to Athletics Equipment.
• Manage relationships with apparel vendors to ensure budget stewardship and proper ordering of items.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive inventory of Athletics Equipment, reviewing for accuracy and providing reports as necessary.
• Work with the intercollegiate compliance department on compliance-related matters and paperwork.

Requirements

• Experience in equipment management within an athletic department or similar environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of NCAA regulations and compliance matters.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with budget management and vendor relations.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems.
• Background in sports management or a related field.

Benefits

• Referral program