Assistant Equipment Manager

University of Maine System • Orono, ME

4h • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Athletic Equipment Manager is the primary point of contact for the UMaine Football program, overseeing all operations relating to the purchasing, fitting, issuing, and maintenance of athletic equipment. The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated successful experience in purchasing and inventory management.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards for exposure control of Blood borne pathogens.
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
• Excellent organization and written skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative and to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safe and appropriate operation, maintenance, and repair of sewing machines, power tools, industrial washing machines, dryers and other sports-related equipment.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of equipment experience as a student employee at an FCS or FBS intuition.
• Previous experience with the sport of basketball and other Olympic sports.
• Computer experience.
• Ability to lift 20 – 30 lbs. frequently and 80 – 100 lbs. Infrequently.
• Ability to travel, normally requiring a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all operations relating to the purchasing, fitting, issuing, and maintenance of athletic equipment for the UMaine Football program.

Benefits

• Tuition benefits (employee and dependent)
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability
• Retirement plan options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level