Equipment Manager/Facilities and Events Assistant

Equipment Manager/Facilities and Events Assistant

About Susquehanna:
As a living, learning and working community, Susquehanna University affirms its commitment to being an engaged, culturally inclusive campus. As we seek to embody the rich diversity of the human community, we commit ourselves to the full participation of persons who represent the breadth of human difference. The university encourages candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Susquehanna University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Susquehanna University is a national liberal arts college committed to excellence in educating students for productive, creative and reflective lives of achievement, leadership and service in a diverse, dynamic and interdependent world. Its more than 2,300 undergraduates come from 35 states and 22 countries, and all students study away through Susquehanna’s unique Global Opportunities program. Susquehanna University’s 325 acre campus, noted for its beauty, is located in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, 50 miles north of Harrisburg in the scenic Susquehanna River Valley, about a three hour drive from Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and New York City. For more information, please visit https://www.susqu.edu.

Position Summary:
Job Summary The Athletic Equipment Manager/Facilities and Events Assistant reports to the Assistant Director of Athletics. The primary tasks are to be responsible for all aspects of managing the operations of the equipment room, set-ups for all home contests, and assist with athletics facilities where needed.
Specific Responsibilities Issue proper equipment to members of all varsity athletic teams and verify condition upon returnInvoice students for equipment not returnedMaintain up-to-date inventory of all clothing and equipment for all varsity programsClean equipment after use and repair damages as neededUnderstand the significance of health & safety issues and manage operations accordinglyOrder new Athletic equipment and apparel as needed. Coordinate the laundry process of all practice gear and game uniformsHire, schedule and supervise all student workersConduct an orientation session for all student workersDevelop and maintain equipment room budgetSet up specific sport venue for all home contestsBe available for emergency needs during home contestsAssist department administration with athletic events and facilities maintenance when needed. In order to facilitate practice and event management, primary work hours during the academic year will be 12PM - 8PM.Develop positive rapport with athletics staff, as well as SU communityRepresent the university to various constituents in a professional mannerPerform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:
Education and Experience
Bachelors Degree or 3 years of equipment room experience required. Must be able to work irregular hours. Evidence of positive attitude and the ability to get along well with others required. Strong organization skills and the ability to be a self-starter.
Physical Demands Must be able to manipulate a variety of sports equipmentWork routines involve climbing stairs, ladders, step ladders, bleachers, and scaffolding; reaching from ladders; bending; pushing and pulling weight machines; moving furniture; lifting individual weights; walking; performing tasks while on back. Lifts various weights up to 150 lbs. on an occasional basis. Pushes or pulls various weights up to 300 lbs. on a occasional basis. Carries various weights up to 40 lbs. on an occasional basis.Equipment and Software UsedPC, Windows platformTelephoneFax MachineInventory control softwareEquipment specific to all varsity sports



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Benefits Eligible: Yes
Number of Months: 12 months
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Posting Date: 06/30/2021
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Open Until Filled: No
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Posting Number: AH00755

To apply, visit https://jobs.susqu.edu/postings/2350