Athletics Operations Coordinator

The Frederick Gunn School•Washington, CT

About The Position

The Frederick Gunn School, founded in 1850, is a co-ed boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 as well as a post-graduate year. Mr. Gunn had a deep appreciation for the natural world, believing that in nature students understand themselves as humans and their place in the world. He took a principled stand against slavery and spurred students (and the town at large) to examine their beliefs. In addition to the habits and skills students will need in college and life beyond, we teach them to follow Mr. Gunn’s example: to cultivate wisdom, to be trailblazers, to act with conviction, and to value character as highly as intellect and achievement. Position Summary The Athletics Operations Coordinator is a 10-month position that will report to the Athletics Director and Dean of Co-Curricular Activities. This person will assist in all areas of logistical management. Specific areas include 1) Equipment Management, oversight and inventory. 2) Game Day management support. 3) Provide logistical support for the Assistant Athletic Director. Requisite characteristics include strong organizational skills, enthusiasm to work with students and parents, and a willingness to travel on behalf of the school.

Requirements

Successful candidates will possess the energy and determination to thrive in a fast paced and deadline-driven environment; excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; a sense of humor; the ability to work collaboratively as well as independently, and the desire to take initiative in creating new ideas to enhance our work.
Strong work ethic matched with a high degree of professionalism.
Relentless attention to detail and self driven organizational skills.
Familiarity with independent and boarding schools.
Commitment to learn about the school, its curriculum and athletics. policies.
Customer service mindset.
Bachelor’s degree is required.
Proficient in Google Suite.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusivity and to serving the needs of a diverse and inclusive community in a thoughtful manner.
Commitments to motivate, inspire and educate students through sport.
Specialized sport experience allowing for leadership in a co curricular area.

Responsibilities

Equipment Management Issue, track, and inventory athletic equipment and uniforms for all sports teams.
Ensure all athletic gear is properly cleaned, maintained, repaired, and stored.
Execute the operational Laundry Loop system
Oversee and perform laundering and seasonal distribution/return processes for uniforms and practice gear
Maintain accurate, up-to-date inventory records.
Prepare and pack equipment for away games and tournaments.
Support forecasting and purchasing of new equipment with the Athletic Director.
Oversee equipment requests from coaches
Oversee equipment orders, track shipping, log into budget tracker
Assist with scoreboards, PA systems, cameras and other athletic facility technology.
Set fields and spaces for games (score table, pylons, corner flags, etc.).
Provide on-site operational support during home games and events.
Support the Assistant Athletic Director in the coordination of transportation for athletic and extracurricular events.
Support the Assistant Athletic Director with scheduling drivers, management of coverage and time off requests.
Assist with locker room assignments and upkeep.
General support to the Athletics Department as needed.
Oversee the Student “pep” organization.
Foster a program culture that promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, character, and leadership
Collaborate with Admissions to identify, recruit, and yield mission-aligned student-athletes who will contribute to the school community
Support student-athletes in their athletic and academic development, including the college recruitment process when applicable