Manager, Athletics Equipment Operations
Lehigh University

Job Info

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Job no: 502802
Work type: Exempt Staff Full-time
Location: Bethlehem
Categories: Athletics

The Manager of Equipment Services oversees the operational management of apparel and equipment services for 600-650 student athletes and 65 coaches for 25 sport programs including oversight of the football equipment area. This position works closely with head coaches, assistant coaches, sports medicine staff and equipment providers on all apparel, gear and equipment related operations with a focus on safety, inventory management, cost management and consistently applying department branding guidelines. The Lehigh community takes seriously our commitment to antiracism and The Principles of our Equitable Community.

Position Number: S85840This position is a Grade: 8 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $46,180-$55,420 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications

Lehigh University offers a comprehensive and family friendly benefits package which includes but is not limited to Health Care, Retirement and Educational benefits. Information can be found on our website at https://hr.lehigh.edu/benefits

1. Administrative and Operational duties:
* Participates in the planning, organization, execution and evaluation of equipment and laundry service operations supporting 25 Division I athletic programs and 650 student-athletes
* Responsible for oversight of Football Equipment operations including work with football specific vendors; oversight of work study, wage personnel and graduate assistants involved in the football equipment area; and travel to away football contests to ensure quality control for football equipment
* Participates in periodic planning and budget meetings with head coaches to determine yearly equipment needs and wants for each specific sport program
* Manages the status of equipment orders and timely delivery of purchased athletics gear and equipment. Ensures timely distribution to sport programs for their use
* Ensures that all equipment and gear purchases are properly reported in an inventory and budget system
* Supports relationships with local vendors, service providers, sponsors and key contracts through communication and feedback on products purchased
* Provides support as needed for the business management function of issuing work orders, purchase orders and other arrangements with external vetted vendors and service providers
* Ensures compliance with NCAA and league requirements for athletic apparel and equipment
* Completes mandatory reports, attends meetings and responds to supervisory requests
* Other responsibilities as assigned include assisting in laundry operations, team travel operations and on-field equipment issue, replacement, repairs, particularly for sports with heavier protective equipment or field equipment needs

2. Financial
* Responsible for the inventory management, distribution and ongoing evaluation of all athletics apparel, gear and equipment for all sport programs. This includes acquisition, distribution, collection and restocking
* Responsible for the current inventory management system for all apparel and equipment. Makes necessary changes and updates to reflect availability of goods
* Participates in researching and evaluating potential new inventory management systems that would enhance efficiency and cost over time
* Supports the tracking of budgets for all sport programs and works directly with business manager of athletics and business manager of equipment to ensure that programs are fiscally responsible for managing equipment budgets
* Participates in the process of developing or refining budgets based on needs and projected expenditures of programs
* Engages in daily decision-making about the allocation of time, resources and talents to programming initiatives
* Participates in or supports the generation of status reports on projected or actual costs, inventory stock and inventory needs for head coaches, Associate AD for Team Services and Budgets, Athletics Business Manager and Business Manager for Equipment Services
* Works with Business Manager for Equipment Services and Associate AD for Team Services and Budgets to ensure program equipment budgets are appropriately and equitably determined given available budgetary sources

3. Leadership
* Educates, affirms and promotes the educational mission of the department and the vision of the equipment services function
* Identifies and evaluates initiatives aimed at improving current programming as well as student-athlete and staff experiences
* Initiates changes/improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
* Investigates, recommends and implements new or refined technologies and procedures to creatively improve execution, quality and/or results for programs and services
* Participates in situational decision-making to effectively mitigate issues, handle contingencies and resolve problems

4. Results
* Achieves or contributes to the educational, competitive, service and financial objectives defined for the position
* Contributes to the achievement of department objectives for the functional area of equipment services
* Assists in the development and implementation of modifications and enhancements to sustain and improve programming results
* Promotes student and staff development, achievement and recognition
* Contributes to the visibility and distinctiveness of the University and the Athletics department via the effectiveness and excellence of equipment programs

5. Supervision
* Coordinates with full-time staff and directs part-time, intern, wage, work-study, and/or volunteer personnel that assist in the athletic equipment and laundry operations. Provides work assignment and instructions, communications performance expectations and checks work to ensure it is completed as required
* Schedules and coordinates wage, intern, student and volunteer staffing in the equipment operations area
* Tracks hours for wage staff
* Participates in professional mentoring of interns and other staff
* Delegates tasks to other staff, as appropriate
* Participates in performance appraisals, program reviews and periodic progress assessments
* Participates in position searches, interviews and hiring recommendations
* Ensures vendors interact appropriately to protect physical assets and fulfill protocols and expectations of Lehigh University

6. Advancement
* Promotes and reinforces the institutional departmental mission, vision and values and priorities within and beyond the department, including public audiences
* May participate on department committees
* May serve on university or profession committees
* Pursues professional learning, personal growth and leadership development

Special ConsiderationsPersons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist at inada@lehigh.eduWill work a variable shiftThis position works with minorsThis position is responsible for driving University-owned vehicles as a routine function, therefore a valid Driver's License and a good driving record is requiredThe duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Three to five years of related work experience

CPR/First Aid Certification

Experience in planning, organizing and executing operations, preferably in an athletics or similar setting

Strong analytical skills to generate reports and make data-driven decisions regarding budget allocation and inventory needs

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the positionOnly complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.

Advertised: April 04, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled

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