Associate Director of Equipment Operations
Norman, Oklahoma
Employer: University of Oklahoma - Information Technology
Industry:
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Job Description
The role of Associate Director of Equipment Operations is to oversee and manage the daily operations of the football equipment room. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the oversight of all operations in the equipment room, issuance and maintenance of all athletic equipment and apparel for student-athletes, coaches and staff, inventory and storing equipment, budget management and oversight of student employees.
Essential Functions:
Job Requirements
Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree AND;
Skills:
Advertised Physical Requirements:
Certifications:
Departmental Preferences:
Supervision:
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.
Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.
The role of Associate Director of Equipment Operations is to oversee and manage the daily operations of the football equipment room. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the oversight of all operations in the equipment room, issuance and maintenance of all athletic equipment and apparel for student-athletes, coaches and staff, inventory and storing equipment, budget management and oversight of student employees.
Essential Functions:
- Oversight of day-to-day operations of football equipment room
- Manage budget ($1 million) and contractual equipment and apparel allotment for football
- Assist all managerial related duties during sport practice, home and away competitions including set up and breakdown of practice equipment, setting up practice headphones, running the practice timer and clock, and assist in the maintenance of practice flow and efficiency
- Assist all managerial related duties during home and away competitions including locker room and sideline setup and coordinating equipment semi-truck arrival
- Recruit, hire, train, approve payroll and manage one full-time Laundry Attendant
- Recruit, hire, train, approve payroll and manage student equipment managers (12 positions) for football
- Collaborate with the Director of Equipment to maintain football inventory and manage ordering of helmets and shoulder pads
- Recruit and speak with potential student-athletes about OU and our athletics programs and set-up recruiting displays during official visits
- Daily installation of radios in player football helmets to ensure quality coach to player communication
- Cultivate relationships with vendors that supply our athletics equipment
- Negotiate and manage contracts ($500,000) with laundry equipment supplier and laundry chemical supplier
Job Requirements
Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree AND;
- 48 months experience in collegiate or professional sport equipment operations or related field
Skills:
- Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment that often requires irregular hours, nights, weekends and travel
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving and communications skills
- Proven ability to build relationships, collaborate and work effectively with a variety of constituents
- Detail-oriented for accuracy of information, data, grammar and brand standards
Advertised Physical Requirements:
- Moderate physical activity
- Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day
- Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
- Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
Certifications:
- Athletic Equipment Managers Association certified or ability to become certified in 18 months
- Valid state issued Driver's License
Departmental Preferences:
- Must be able supervise staff and communicate directions and expectations effectively
- Ability to work with a diverse group of coaches, administration and student-athletes
- 5 years' experience in collegiate or professional sport equipment operations
- Working knowledge of University, SEC and NCAA rules and regulations
- Working knowledge of Nike Ordering System
- Working knowledge of C2P communication
- Working knowledge of Sport Soft Inventory System
Supervision:
- Student Group and full-time laundry attendant
Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.
Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.
Created: 2024-08-22
Reference: 242168
Country: United States
State: Oklahoma
City: Norman
ZIP: 73019
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