Associate Director of Equipment Operations – Olympic Sports.
Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH, United States
Title:
Associate Director of Equipment Operations – Olympic Sports
Location:
Hanover, NH
Position Purpose:
Reports directly to the Assistant Athletics Director for Equipment Operations and is primarily responsible for the administrative processes regarding procurement, distribution, inventory, and maintenance of personal athletic equipment and apparel for student‑athletes, coaches and staff. Assists in development and evaluation of brand management and equipment strategies.
Responsibilities
Consults and advises coaches on ordering needs, logo designs and branding guidelines.
Meets with vendors to build relationships, clarify ordering decisions and review contracts and agreements.
Reviews order requirements and places orders with vendors for athletes and coaches based on strategic priorities and budgets.
Exercises judgement regarding unique team requests from coaches, athletes and sport administrators.
Leads and directs equipment needs for practices, pre‑, during, and post‑ game day (home and away) and manages equipment responsibilities for select sports.
Oversees gear and equipment planning for travel.
Maintains inventory system, ensures accuracy, verifies and submits invoices.
Hires, schedules, and supervises temporary and student workers.
Conducts inventory and reshelving.
Sets up for practices and game days.
Adjusts and fixes equipment as needed.
Completes remaining laundry tasks when student workers are not available.
Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks and set priorities.
Strong work ethic, organizational and communication skills.
Ability to deal with a variety of constituents in a timely and professional manner.
Basic math skills.
Ability to anticipate and meet deadlines, coordinate work of others, and remain accessible for inquiries.
Ability to become certified by the Athletic Equipment Managers Association.
Ability to work evenings and weekends.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Experience in fulfillment, stock‑room control environment.
Experience in college athletics.
Knowledge of athletic clothing, laundering, equipment, and compliance issues.
Essential Functions:
Driving a vehicle (e.g., Dartmouth vehicle, off‑road vehicle, rental car, personal car) is essential.
Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
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Associate Director of Equipment Operations – Olympic Sports
Location:
Hanover, NH
Position Purpose:
Reports directly to the Assistant Athletics Director for Equipment Operations and is primarily responsible for the administrative processes regarding procurement, distribution, inventory, and maintenance of personal athletic equipment and apparel for student‑athletes, coaches and staff. Assists in development and evaluation of brand management and equipment strategies.
Responsibilities
Consults and advises coaches on ordering needs, logo designs and branding guidelines.
Meets with vendors to build relationships, clarify ordering decisions and review contracts and agreements.
Reviews order requirements and places orders with vendors for athletes and coaches based on strategic priorities and budgets.
Exercises judgement regarding unique team requests from coaches, athletes and sport administrators.
Leads and directs equipment needs for practices, pre‑, during, and post‑ game day (home and away) and manages equipment responsibilities for select sports.
Oversees gear and equipment planning for travel.
Maintains inventory system, ensures accuracy, verifies and submits invoices.
Hires, schedules, and supervises temporary and student workers.
Conducts inventory and reshelving.
Sets up for practices and game days.
Adjusts and fixes equipment as needed.
Completes remaining laundry tasks when student workers are not available.
Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks and set priorities.
Strong work ethic, organizational and communication skills.
Ability to deal with a variety of constituents in a timely and professional manner.
Basic math skills.
Ability to anticipate and meet deadlines, coordinate work of others, and remain accessible for inquiries.
Ability to become certified by the Athletic Equipment Managers Association.
Ability to work evenings and weekends.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Experience in fulfillment, stock‑room control environment.
Experience in college athletics.
Knowledge of athletic clothing, laundering, equipment, and compliance issues.
Essential Functions:
Driving a vehicle (e.g., Dartmouth vehicle, off‑road vehicle, rental car, personal car) is essential.
Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
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