The Assistant Equipment Manager provides direct support to DRIA's Equipment Operations Staff for the Fall 2024-Spring 2025 season. This position will assist in all areas of the daily equipment operations for the varsity athletic programs and department as a whole. These tasks include assisting with gear issuance, equipment maintenance, practice and gameday needs, travel needs, daily laundry duties, organization, receiving, inventory, upkeep of equipment and laundry facilities, and student staff ... more details
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Posted Job Title
Assistant Equipment Manager - Temporary
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
The Assistant Equipment Manager provides direct support to DRIA's Equipment Operations Staff for the Fall 2024-Spring 2025 season. This position will assist in all areas of the daily equipment operations for the varsity athletic programs and department as a whole. These tasks include assisting with gear issuance, equipment maintenance, practice and gameday needs, travel needs, daily laundry duties, organization, receiving, inventory, upkeep of equipment and laundry facilities, and student staff supervision.
Job Description
Responsibilities
Assist with day-to-day equipment operations of varsity athletic programs as assigned, such as laundry operations, gear issuance, equipment maintenance, organization, practice and gameday setup and breakdown, travel, etc.
Assist in coordinating and facilitating daily laundry operations of varsity athletic programs including practice laundry, competition uniforms, and shower towels
Assist in overall upkeep of equipment rooms and storage areas
Assist in receiving and inventory of new product shipments relative to the respective equipment rooms
Assist in oversight and training of student staff, intern staff, work study staff
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree plus 0-2 years of work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience; experience working with college athletics or professional sports department preferred; knowledge of NCAA regulations a plus; excellent customer service skills; strong organizational skills; ability to lift 25 lbs or more.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaTemporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Department / School
Division of Recreation & Intercollegiate Athletics
Pay Range
$7.25 - $15.00 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
