Overview
Staff Assistant – Athletics Equipment & Jobs in Fitchburg, MA at Fitchburg State University
Title: Staff Assistant – Athletics Equipment &
Company: Fitchburg State University
Location: Fitchburg, MA
The Athletics Equipment & Operations Manager serves as the department's
equipment manager and primary home game manager. This role is
responsible for the procurement, maintenance, distribution, and
inventory control of all athletic equipment and apparel. The position
ensures that student-athletes and coaching staff are safely and
professionally equipped for practices and competitions. In addition, the
Athletics Equipment & Operations Manager oversees the execution of all
home contests, ensuring a safe, professional, and sportsmanlike
environment for student-athletes, officials, and spectators. SUPERVISION
EXERCISED: Directly supervises assigned student employees and game-day
staff. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Equipment Management Create and manage
a comprehensive program for the purchase, maintenance, distribution,
cleaning, collection, storage, and reconditioning of all athletic
department supplies, uniforms, and equipment. Maintain a precise digital
database of all equipment and uniforms, conducting annual audits to
track wear, tear, and loss. Collaborate with the Athletic Director to
manage the equipment budget and assist with negotiating vendor
agreements to secure optimal pricing and delivery timelines. Oversee
daily laundry operations for practice and game gear, ensuring all items
are cleaned according to specific fabric and care requirements.
Supervise student employees and team staff regarding laundry logistics
and equipment needs. Evaluate intercollegiate equipment and clothing
trends to provide coaches with informed purchase recommendations. Submit
specifications for bid forms and completed requisitions to the Director
of Athletics for approval; process approved requests electronically via
the Banner system and verify purchase order numbers. Track active
purchase orders to completion and communicate directly with Financial
Services staff or vendors to resolve purchasing issues. Perform or
coordinate repairs on specialized equipment to ensure all safety
standards and certifications are met. Inspect, assemble, and install
Department of Athletics equipment as needed to maintain facility
readiness. Home Game Management Attend and manage home intercollegiate
contests, serving as the lead onsite coordinator and supervising all
game-day athletic staff. Coordinate home game coverage for other
athletic department staff. Communicate in advance of home games with
visiting coaches and staff regarding game details, locker room
assignments, and other relevant arrival information. Collaborate with
the Sports Information Director to recruit, train, and supervise student
workers, including ball persons, clock operators, stat crews, and gate
staff. Act as the primary point of contact for emergency situations and
crowd control, ensuring spectators adhere to NCAA, MASCAC, and Fitchburg
State sportsmanship expectations. Greet visiting coaches, staff and
officials upon arrival, manage locker room access, and address facility
needs to ensure a professional and hospitable experience for guests.
Assume responsibility for the preparation of all competition and
practice sites, including the scheduling of field lights, ticket
operations, concessions, and coordination with custodial and Campus
Police services. Evaluate athletic and recreation facilities on a
regular basis and communicate with the Capital Planning and Maintenance
office regarding necessary repairs or improvements. Assist in the
general administration of the Department of Athletics. Perform other
duties as assigned by leadership within the scope of the position.
Weekend and evening hours required. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS: One
- to three (3) years of relevant experience. Experience in and working
knowledge of intercollegiate equipment administration Strong computer
skills Knowledge of athletic equipment Excellent organizational,
interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to efficiently
carry tasks out to ompl
