Requisition Number:

P00919

Position Type:

Staff

Department:

Coaches

Working Title:

Assistant Equipment Manager in Athletics (10 month)

Classification:

Stock Clerk 1 - 02410

Nature of position:

Permanent, Full-time

Days Worked:

Hours/days will vary

Hours/Shift worked:

37.5 work week

Union:

AFSCME

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Assists the head equipment manager for nineteen intercollegiate teams including Football, Wrestling, Baseball Field Hockey, Volleyball, M/W soccer, M/W Basketball, Swimming, Cross Country and Track & Field, Lacrosse, Softball, M/W Tennis, and M/W Golf. Serves an estimated 450 student athletes daily.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 14 public universities of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students’ success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,250 students to find their path. Several of our programs are multidisciplinary in nature, combining science, technology, and art to create a more progressive degree. We have over 950 graduate students enrolled in 21 master’s and 3 doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

Annual Salary Range: $24,106.00 plus comprehensive benefits starting on the first day of employment, including:

• Health insurance – Low bi-weekly premium. Employees pay 5% of bi-weekly salary for benefit coverage with ability to pay 2.5% when participating in the wellness program.
• Dental insurance – Coverage is free to employee and dependents after 90 days
• Vision insurance – Coverage is free to employee and dependents after 90 days.
• Group life insurance – equal to annual salary (up to $40,000.00) at no cost to the employee
• Retirement – 2 plans to choose from
• Tuition waiver – employee, spouse, and dependents are eligible
• Vacation leave– up to 11 days accrued per year for first 3 years, increases to 19 days per year after 3 years
• Sick leave – up to 11 days accrued per year, including up to 5 days per year that can be taken to care for a family member
• Holiday leave – Up to 12 days per calendar year

The State System Employee Benefits Summary can be found at https://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/Benefit_Summaries/PEBTF_Summary.pdf
At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes the intersectionality of diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. Employing our EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence, we hold that an inclusive community is a core value that is an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Basic knowledge of athletic equipment repair.
• Knowledge of storeroom methods and procedures, transportation agencies and shipment methods.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage changing demands.
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to:
  • Pack equipment properly for shipment.
  • Keep detailed inventory records.
  • Lift and move heavy equipment.
  • Use industrial washer and dryer.
  • Maintain athletic equipment and identify repairs.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
• Ability to work with students, staff, and visitors of diverse cultures, racial and ethnic groups, and social, education, and economic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in coordination with others.
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in college/university athletics setting.

Job Description:

• Maintains and organizes inventory lists of equipment and apparel before, during, and at the conclusion of every sport season.
• Assist the head equipment manager to purchase equipment based on the recommendation of inventory, budget restrictions, product knowledge and other pertinent information.
• Cleans and sanitizes game and practice uniforms on a daily basis.
• Inspects equipment for breaks, tears, flaws and determine which equipment needs to be sent off campus for repair or maintenance and fix that which can be handled on campus.
• Assist the head equipment manager with equipment lists, inventory documents and
• recommendations.
• Assist with the Management and organization of the safety and security of inventory estimated at $300,000 of value.
• Organizes uniforms and equipment by student athlete and distribute them prior to the start of each game.
• Assist the head equipment manager with all aspects of laundry operations including pick up, delivery, laundering, drying, folding, hanging, maintenance of machines and equipment, supplies, and overall cleanliness of all laundry areas.
• May need to respond to inquiries and complaints from staff or students.
• All other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Extensive writing and verbal communications skills.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Understanding of written directions.
• Ability to stand for long lengths of time.
• Must work outside for up to 6 hours a day.
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

Posting Open Date:

09/19/2022

Posting Close Date:

10/09/2022

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Flexible work schedule as dictated by the needs of the university.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Quicklink for Posting/Requisition:

https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/9742