Director of Equipment Operations & Brand Management

Hampton University•Hampton, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Hampton University is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. The Department of Athletics at Hampton is now accepting applications for the position of Director of Equipment Operations & Brand Management to support various sports programs. The Director of Equipment Operations & Brand Management is responsible for performing operations involving athletic equipment for one or more assigned sports programs. He/She demonstrates proficiency with core duties involving the preparation of requisition forms, the receipt, distribution, and retrieval of all materials for staff and student-athletes, and maintaining current inventories for all assigned sports. The Director of Equipment Operations & Brand Management position exists to provide a high level of program support to all assigned Intercollegiate Athletic Sports and to assist in achieving a nationally recognized program both on and off the field in a manner that meets all guidelines set by Hampton University, the CAA, and the NCAA.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED is required.
Some related Athletics equipment room experience.
Knowledge of NCAA rules & regulations.
Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
Experience in equipment room operations for a collegiate athletic program.
Experience supporting the Olympic sports mentioned above.
Athletics Equipment Manager's Association certification (E.M., C.) or obtain within the first two years of employment.
Experience supervising staff.

Responsibilities

Prepare requisition forms for all assigned sports.
Receive, distribute, and retrieve all materials for staff and student-athletes.
Maintain student-athlete’s property records in accordance with NCAA rules and regulations.
Maintain a current inventory for all assigned sports.
Assist the Assistant Athletics Director of Equipment Operations & Brand Management in determining individual sports equipment needs for budget meetings.
Maintain an inventory of all athletic equipment and keep accurate records of the issuance of equipment to student-athletes, coaches, and staff.
Provide laundry service for athletic clothing and uniforms.
Pack, store, and unpack athletic equipment and clothing for home and away games.
Determine proper storage methods and identification.
Coordinate the assignment of student-athlete lockers.
Clean and maintain equipment.
Repair damaged equipment when necessary.
Meet with sales representatives on new and existing products.