Job Details

Equipment Manager - Athletics

Position Number: 6311368
Location: El Paso, TX
Position Type: Athletics/Coaching

Equipment Manager - Athletics

Job ID: 13629
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About UTEP

About the University of Texas at El Paso

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.

The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.

UTEP Athletics Department Overview

The UTEP Athletics Department is dedicated to fostering a competitive and inclusive environment where student-athletes can excel both on the field and in the classroom. As a proud member of Conference USA, UTEP's athletic programs compete at the highest levels of NCAA Division I, offering a wide range of sports, including football, basketball, track and field, soccer, and more.

With a rich history of athletic success, UTEP is committed to upholding the traditions of excellence that have made it a standout institution in collegiate sports. The department is not only focused on athletic achievements but also emphasizes the holistic development of its student-athletes, ensuring they graduate with the skills and education necessary to succeed in life beyond sports.

Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, UTEP Athletics embodies the spirit of resilience and determination that characterizes the borderland community, making it a key part of the university's mission to serve and uplift the region.

Position Information

Hiring Department: Athletics Department

Posting End Date: Open until filled.

Hours:40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: $65,000 annually

Required Application Materials:

Resume
Cover Letter
List of three references

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Purpose of Position

Summary: Looking for an experienced Equipment manager that will oversee all equipment operations for the football team.

Note: The primary accountabilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed below. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

Order, maintain, issue, and inventory all equipment and uniforms.
Provide and maintain adequate storage of all football equipment.
Daily fitting and adjustment of gear.
Oversee locker room maintenance and cleanliness. Report to head football coach and director of football operations if players are not maintaining the locker room standard.
Stay up-to-date on equipment and jerseys that need to be purchased or replaced and order them in a timely manner.
Ensure all laundry is done in a timely manner.
Oversee travel and transportation of necessary equipment.
Ensure yearly maintenance of the equipment truck is completed.
Facilitate the hiring and supervision of all equipment student managers.
Assign tasks to all student managers to ensure they know their job responsibilities every day.
Review the practice plan with the entire equipment staff before taking the field.
Work with coaching staff on practice and gameday needs.
Responsible for coordinating gameday set up with visiting teams head equipment manager
Other assigned duties as they become necessary.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Position will oversee student equipment managers.

Qualifications

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree

and

Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience

Additional Information

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6311368&targetURL=

Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

Order, maintain, issue, and inventory all equipment and uniforms.
Provide and maintain adequate storage of all football equipment.
Daily fitting and adjustment of gear.
Oversee locker room maintenance and cleanliness. Report to head football coach and director of football operations if players are not maintaining the locker room standard.
Stay up-to-date on equipment and jerseys that need to be purchased or replaced and order them in a timely manner.
Ensure all laundry is done in a timely manner.
Oversee travel and transportation of necessary equipment.
Ensure yearly maintenance of the equipment truck is completed.
Facilitate the hiring and supervision of all equipment student managers.
Assign tasks to all student managers to ensure they know their job responsibilities every day.
Review the practice plan with the entire equipment staff before taking the field.
Work with coaching staff on practice and gameday needs.
Responsible for coordinating gameday set up with visiting teams head equipment manager
Other assigned duties as they become necessary.

Complies with all State and University policies.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Position will oversee student equipment managers.

Qualifications

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree

and

Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience

Additional Information

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.

In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries-including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident-about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.

For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.

To apply, visit https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=13629&PostingSeq=1