Athletic Equipment Manager

Western Connecticut State UniversityDanbury, CT

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Entry-level

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Western Connecticut State University’s (WestConn) Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for the full-time, 10-month position of Athletic Equipment Manager. Start date will be negotiable.WestConn is committed to enhancing our diverse university community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. WestConn is honored to be awarded the federal designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). This accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in our progress toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community. WestConn is a Division III school and a member of the National Collegeiate Athletic Association (NCAA). The football program is a member of the Landmark Conference while the other 22 intercollegiate athletic programs are members of the Little East Conference.Additional information about the department may be found at https://westconnathletics.com. Information on the University may be found atwww.wcsu.edu.Position Summary: Assists in all phases of equipment room management for an athletic program consisting of multiple varsity and junior varsity sports. This position also includes assisting in game day management. Will supervises student employees. Duties include:

Assists in purchasing equipment and supplies for all individual athletic teams, while keeping a digital inventory system for athletic equipment.
Maintains and repairs athletic equipment. Assists in arranging for reconditioning of equipment.
Assists in ensuring that all equipment purchases and donations meet commonly accepted standards within the Connecticut State Colleges & Universities (CSCU) guidelines and for the quality, health, and safety of athletes.
Assists in monitoring and assigning locker rooms for home and visiting student-athletes and athletic staff. Greets and escorts visiting teams and officials for all sports to their assigned rooms while showing them training facilities and fields/court.
Assists in fittings of all protective equipment worn by athletes.
May instruct student staff members on all aspects of the equipment room.
Assists in all in-house laundry operations for athletic needs as well as University needs.
Assists in bid specifications for athletic equipment purchases and works cooperatively with the Administrative Services department to coordinate equipment purchases.
Assists the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in preparing the annual equipment budget for all Intercollegiate Athletics.
Assists with game management, which includes set up, running of, and break down of scheduled events.
Schedule all equipment room personnel.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree is required. Two (2) years’ experience in maintaining equipment is required. Strong interpersonal, communication & organizational skills; Must be willing to work weekends and early and/or late hours and holidays. Experience with Microsoft 365; Multi-lingual or bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply.Salary & Benefits: The hiring salary is $52,374. WCSU offers a comprehensive benefits package. Additional information on benefits can be found at www.wcsu.edu/hr/benefits/. All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA), successfully passing of a background check and a pre-employment physical. WSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, employment verifications, and a criminal history record check.Application Process: Interested applicants must submit a letter of application, which outlines interest in, and qualifications for, the position; a current resume, and the names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references. All materials should be submitted as PDF files.Application Process: Interested applicants must submit a letter of application, which outlines interest in, and qualifications for, the position; a current resume, and the names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references. Questions may be directed to hrpositions@wcsu.edu referencing Athletics – Athletic Equipment Manager.To apply, submit your materials to:

Applications must be received by Sunday, August 16, 2026. Late applications will not be acceptedWestConn is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer

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Western Connecticut State University is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.

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