The Position:

Equipment Room Coordinator

Job Summary:

As part of Muhlenberg College’s Athletics team, the Equipment Room Coordinator oversees the purchase, storage, maintenance, and use of equipment, including, managing inventory, tracking usage, ensuring safety compliance, and coordinating repairs. Key responsibilities include maintaining equipment functionality, organizing the equipment room and locker rooms, fulfilling equipment needs for teams, and supporting the assistant director of athletics to prepare for team practices and game operations.

Characteristic Responsibilities:

Inventory Management:

• Oversee and manage the general operation of the equipment room, which includes hiring and training staff to complete the preparation and laundering of practice and competition apparel for 23 varsity teams.

• Work with head coaches in completing requisitions for equipment purchasing, including research of equipment for quotes, purchase orders and invoicing. Also manage and oversee the delivery, receiving and inventorying of requests from vendors.

• Order equipment room supplies, work with vendors to receive quotes to conduct annual equipment maintenance and develop capital equipment replacement schedules for laundry equipment.

The Position:

Equipment Room Coordinator

Job Summary:

As part of Muhlenberg College’s Athletics team, the Equipment Room Coordinator oversees the purchase, storage, maintenance, and use of equipment, including, managing inventory, tracking usage, ensuring safety compliance, and coordinating repairs. Key responsibilities include maintaining equipment functionality, organizing the equipment room and locker rooms, fulfilling equipment needs for teams, and supporting the assistant director of athletics to prepare for team practices and game operations.

Characteristic Responsibilities:

Inventory Management:

• Oversee and manage the general operation of the equipment room, which includes hiring and training staff to complete the preparation and laundering of practice and competition apparel for 23 varsity teams.

• Work with head coaches in completing requisitions for equipment purchasing, including research of equipment for quotes, purchase orders and invoicing. Also manage and oversee the delivery, receiving and inventorying of requests from vendors.

• Order equipment room supplies, work with vendors to receive quotes to conduct annual equipment maintenance and develop capital equipment replacement schedules for laundry equipment.

Operations & Organization:

• Train staff to fit protective equipment to help enhance player safety.

• Use hand tools, screwdrivers, and power tools/drills for helmet repairs.

• Problem solve and make quick decisions.

• Be organized and manage time effectively; maintain precise and accurate records.

• Create equipment room hours that meet the needs of our student athletes for practices and competition.

• Supervise part-time staff members with equipment room responsibilities and supervise student workers including scheduling hours, assigning work, and approving student hours.

• Develop inventories and replacement schedules for equipment and supplies for each sport.

• Issue and monitor locker assignments, and work with the director of housekeeping to schedule weekly and annual cleaning.

• Maintain records of equipment issue and return and insure appropriate reconditioning or replacement.

• Organize and oversee the distribution and collection of equipment before and after each sport’s season.

• Ensure adequate inventory levels are maintained, practice gear, field equipment and uniforms for teams and the department are properly cared for, and prepare accurate records for all teams and student-athletes for reporting of information for credits/losses for financial services billing, as necessary.

General Athletic Team Operations:

• Work collaboratively with the assistant director of athletics and plant operations to coordinate equipment set-up for various sports and ensure specific needs (game day and practices) are met daily. Including the preparation of locker rooms and meeting rooms for visiting teams and officials.

• Responsible for set-up of scoreboard and sound systems at various fields. Work closely with the Assistant Director of Athletics in ensuring scoreboards and sound systems are operating properly for all home contests.

Schedule & Benefits:  The anticipated schedule for this position is 7 hours per day plus a 30-minute unpaid meal break (35 hours per week during the academic year) and 15 hours per week during the summer months (1,560 hours annualized). This position is eligible for Muhlenberg’s full benefits package, including but not limited to, generous holidays (including 3 days off for Thanksgiving and an extended winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day), 15 days of vacation per year, sick leave, paid parental leave, tuition opportunities at the undergraduate and graduate level for employees, spouses, and dependent children, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending plans, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, and retirement.

The College & Surrounding Area: Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg College is a private, residential, liberal arts college offering baccalaureate and graduate programs. At Muhlenberg, we are committed to a campus community that ensures students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, respected, valued and included. The College provides an intensely challenging, supportive environment centered around a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for lives of leadership and  meaning in a dynamic, global society. The academic program is amplified by a range of innovative programming: comprehensive and intentional residence-life programming, expansive experiential learning requirements, and an innovative coaching program designed to maximize every student’s performance and potential.

Part of eastern Pennsylvania’s scenic Lehigh Valley, Allentown is a diverse city of 125,000, Pennsylvania’s third-largest, located just 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. The Lehigh Valley, which also includes neighboring cities Bethlehem and Easton, is one of the fastest growing regions in the state and the Northeast, leading Pennsylvania in population growth for people aged 18–34. Home to a vibrant arts scene, extensive parks and recreational opportunities, a rich blend of diverse cuisine, and so much more, visit Life in the Lehigh Valley | Muhlenberg College and check out Allentown here.

Qualifications:

While no one person may possess all the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional experiences and characteristics:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum one year related professional experience required.

• Detailed knowledge of sports, including NCAA rules and regulations on equipment and uniforms; and various computer software applications.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Strong planning and organizational skills.

• Capacity to work with various constituencies of the College.

• Ability to lead, train, and supervise staff and student employees.

• Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the Division III philosophy of athletics and adherence to NCAA regulations regarding operation of athletic programs.

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive academic and professional environment where all members of our campus community are respected, valued and succeed, and thrive.

• Successful completion of satisfactory background checks including but not limited to education verification, criminal background, child abuse clearance.

To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document. A complete application package includes: 1) cover letter; 2) resume; 3) a separate statement speaking to how your professional experience will contribute to a more inclusive community at Muhlenberg; and 4) names/contact information for three professional references. Application review will continue until the position is filled. To initiate your application, use the APPLY button.

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An Equal Opportunity Employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to valuing and enhancing diversity and encourages applications from individuals who can contribute to the diversity of our community. Muhlenberg College does not discriminate against any person based on age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetics, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, in its education programs and activities, including admissions and employment. Muhlenberg College does not discriminate on the basis of sex as required by Title IX.

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