Director of Equipment Services

Eastern Washington University Cheney, WA Full-time Mechanic/Technician

Posted on May 14, 2024

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Director of Equipment Services

About Eastern Washington University:
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’22-’23 College of Distinction (CoD). Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2023.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place—the knowledge that comes from the land.

Job Summary:
We are currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position: Director of Equipment Services. Under the direction of the Assistant Athletic Director for Equipment Services, this person is responsible for the operation of the equipment room to include planning, organizing, implementing, coordinating, controlling and supervision of the equipment room that provides support for fourteen NCAA Division I athletic programs.

Eastern Washington University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff, students, and academic program offerings and to strengthening sensitivity to diversity throughout the institution. Eastern Washington University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.

In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.

EWU expands opportunities for personal transformation through excellence in learning.

Required Qualifications:

High school graduation

Two (2) years of equipment room and/or games areas experience.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Experience with NCAA and/or Big Sky rules compliance as it relates to an equipment room.

Demonstrated interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility, and/or diversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Minimum one year of experience working in an NCAA Division I equipment room.

Minimum one year of experience working in an equipment room at a Big Sky Conference institution or commensurate level.

Experience managing student staff.

Certified through AEMA or the ability to obtain certification.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Job Duties:
% of Time: 30
Responsibility / Duty: UNIFORMS & EQUIPMENT

Responsible for maintaining all uniforms and equipment within area of responsibility in a safe and usable condition. Includes, but is not limited to, helmet & shoulder pad repair, adjustments on baskets, blocking sleds, shot clocks, scoreboards, headsets, public address systems, and all applicable laundry procedures & operations. Will ensure that section vehicles are maintained and controlled. Some repairs will require the ability to sew, rivet, replace cleats, replace shoulder pad strips, etc.
Essential Function Indicator: Yes

% of Time: 30
Responsibility / Duty: INVENTORY & ORGANIZATION

Responsible for ensuring the proper and safe/custom fitting of uniforms and protective equipment. Safety and liability will be a major concern when accomplishing fittings and prevention of injuries will be of up-most concern. Alterations to accommodate injured athletes will be carefully addressed in support to the athletes. Checks-in and distributes competition/practice gear. Maintains a complete inventory of uniforms and equipment by sport by efficiently and adequately keeping equipment room and locker rooms organized. This includes, but is not limited to, necessary storage and maintenance of office areas & issue/turn-in control points. Locker and lock assignments will be properly controlled to ensure accountability and combination confidentiality.
Essential Function Indicator: Yes

% of Time: 20
Responsibility / Duty: ATHLETIC EVENTS

Responsible for set-up for athletic events, practices, and games to include compliance with NCAA rules, timeliness & safety. Must communicate effectively and have direct coordination with coaching staffs, custodians, maintenance shops, summer camp coordinators and other support services to ensure timely support to the various activities associated with the equipment room.
Essential Function Indicator: Yes

% of Time: 15
Responsibility / Duty: SUPPORT & MANAGEMENT

Select necessary student staff to carry out the support for the entire athletic department, sports & special events. Must ensure the staff is property trained & oriented on safety and liability matters, scheduled for commitments, and supervised to maintain an efficient and productive support operation.
Essential Function Indicator: Yes

% of Time: 5
Responsibility / Duty: OTHER DUTIES

Other duties as assigned by Director of Equipment Services
Essential Function Indicator: Yes

Conditions of Employment:
Valid Washington State Drivers License within 30 days of hire.

This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees’ Collective Bargaining Agreement: https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2021/07/WFSE-EWU-CBA-Barg.-Units-1-and-2-2021-2023-FINAL.pdf

This position will require employee to be available on nights and weekends and may require travel with some athletic teams.

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Upon hire you must complete required DEI, Hazing, Harassment and Title IX training, and other federal, state & university mandated trainings. You can access the online training at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training-resources/ or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on Human Resources’ https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training-resources/.

Salary Information: The salary for this position is $34,320 (minimum) up to $45,276. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.

Posting Date: 05/13/2024
Open Until Further Notice: No
Closing Date: 5/19/2024
Screening to Begin: Immediately

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Submit your application materials through our online applications portal provided below. If you are unable to submit through the applicant portal, please contact Human Resources Services at (509) 359-2381.

To apply, visit https://jobs.hr.ewu.edu/postings/12224

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

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Director of Equipment Services

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