Head Football Equipment Manager

Ball State University welcomes applications for a Head Football Equipment Manager.
This full-time opportunity includes a generous benefits package with health insurance, retirement programs, educational assistance, and much more.

Supervise and oversee the purchase and fiscal control of game and sports equipment and apparel for Football. Research vendor products and make equipment and apparel recommendations. Manage vendor relationships and serve as the main contact for all purchases. Oversee equipment inventory, distribution and related tax reporting. Directly supervise staff and student employees.

Associate's degree or equivalent in related area from an accredited institution.

Demonstrated experience working in football equipment operations.

Must possess valid driver's license and be insurable under university's auto fleet policy.

Bachelor's degree.

Working knowledge of procedures involved in the fitting, maintenance and repair of athletic supplies and equipment; familiarity with Coach Com headsets.

Athletic Equipment Manager Association ( AEMA) certified or willing to work toward certification;

Student employees.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Manage the day-to-day operations of the equipment facility for Football to include supervision of student employees. Assign and review work, orient and train staff, and make recommendations as to interviewing and selection, performance, appraisal, and discipline. Make staffing decisions and assignments for football events.

Properly fit player all player equipment to meet safety standards and ( AEMA ) Athletic Equipment Manager's Association and National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment expectations, including safety standards and equipment updates throughout the year.

Operation and maintenance of Coach Comm. which ensures proper communication during peak sporting events permitting effective communication between players, staff and coaches during events, including testing and troubleshooting.

Develop and have oversight of annual equipment budget for Football.

Manage the processes for the issue, retrieval, storage, repair, maintenance, reconditioning, and inventory control of all equipment, apparel, coaching aids, and field equipment for assigned sports. Consult with the Office of the Controller regarding tax ability status of apparel and equipment and develop annual reports.

Monitor and maintain inventory management system for equipment and apparel. Forecast long term equipment and apparel needs to include developing budget proposals for the purchase of items. Work with purchasing to select appropriate vendors.

Coordinate equipment needs and appropriate transportation as needed for away events, including but not limited to identifying appropriate equipment and apparel, packing, delivery, and return of equipment and apparel to campus.

Attend regularly scheduled staff and team meetings, team functions and events as requested by the Head Football Coach or Director of Football Operations.

Maintain, organize and setup headsets for all practices, scrimmages and games, both home and away; attend workshops and educational sessions to stay current on the operation of the headsets.

Maintain positive relationship with various public, e.g. visiting coaches and teams

Assist in game management for all football events; includes accommodation of game officials, support of personnel and/or field personnel required to conduct games.

Serve as liaison to Nike/ BSN Sports, related to bids/purchases, issuance, fitting, return of equipment and related items; issue charge notices for lost or stolen apparel and equipment.

Work with the Head Football Coach and Director of Football Operations to assist with recruiting efforts; includes but is not limited to display of team equipment and uniforms and meeting with recruits and their parents on official and unofficial visits.

Ensure compliance with department, university, conference and NCAA policies and procedures with respect to the purchase and distribution of equipment and apparel.

Plan, manage and coordinate the issuance and return of gear associated with community team events including Fan Jam, community service, school visits, hospital visits etc.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.