Associate Director, Equipment Operations

This position assists in the management of the overall Athletics Equipment Operations Office within university, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations, and is responsible for the administration and organization of the athletics equipment operation for assigned sports.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinates the selection, purchase, fitting, and disposal of sports equipment to National Operating Committee on Standard Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety standards relative to the needs of assigned sports. 

• Inspects, repairs, replaces, and disposes of sports equipment and clothing as appropriate in compliance with safety standards.

• Manages day-to-day operations of equipment room functions for assigned sports, including but not limited to budgeting; purchasing; inventory; staffing; and laundry. 

• Conducts regular / scheduled inventory audits of assigned equipment facilities and maintains departmental records for assigned sports with emphasis on inventory and maintenance.

• Develops / maintains equipment budget for assigned sports.  Works with coaches and suppliers in the identification / forecasting of equipment / apparel needs related to sport / student-athletes. 

• Collaborates with assigned sport coaches and business services in regards to purchasing and monitoring of related expenses.

• Researches best practices / technology and collaborates with coaches, student-athletes and sports medicine staff in regards to equipment / apparel and student-athlete health / safety within athletics, university, conference and AEMA guidelines / recommendations. 

• Coordinates issue and return of equipment to practice and home competition sites. Collaborates with coaches, internal units and student-athlete related services units in the management / coordination of athletic site setup / breakdown for practices and games relative to area of operation.

• Collaborates with internal and external units, in coordination with apparel manufacturers, in the design of future uniforms for assigned sports in alignment with departmental and conference branding.

• Collaborates with assigned sport coaches in regards to equipment needs associated with recruiting and NCAA Name / Image / Likeness (NIL) related programming.

• Schedules and implements laundry operations of practice and game apparel.

• Provides supervision, scheduling, training and logistical support to student staff. This includes, but is not limited to, providing substantial input into the hiring, termination, or other changes of employment status of student support staff.

• Liaison with equipment manufacturers, coaches, and student-athletes in the research and selection of sports equipment, shoes, and apparel. Initiates orders and returns of equipment as necessary.

• Reconciles equipment / apparel accounts where appropriate.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years appropriate experience.

• Appropriate graduate coursework or master’s degree may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

• AEMA certification or certified within the first year is also required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in Division 1 or higher-level equipment operations.

• Ability to function in fast-paced environment, handle multiple projects and adhere to deadlines.

• Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

Due to the nature/scope of Athletics and Athletics events, position may require work during evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as the ability to stand / walk for extended periods of time and occasional travel.

As a staff member of UCF Athletics, the selected candidate will be a person of integrity and character who shares a commitment for customer service and knowing / complying with NCAA, Conference, and institutional rules as they apply to the UCF Athletics program.