Director of Equipment Services - Spokane, United States - Eastern Washington University

Description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This recruitment will close to further applications at midnight on

5/19/2024.

It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting

before

you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.

Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.

• Attach a detailed

cover letter

in which you explain

how

you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable].

It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.

• Attach a chronological

resume

including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3

professional references

including:

names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).

• Complete the

online application

form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
4.

Diversity Response

• As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own.

You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process:

Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public

.
Working Title
Working Title

Director of Equipment Services
Posting Number
Posting Number

2024036CP
Position Information
Classification Title
Classification Title

Sports Equipment Manager 1
Classification Code
Classification Code

702G
RCW Exemption Criteria
RCW Exemption Criteria

No Exemption

EWUPosition Number

EWUPosition Number

C99889
CUPA Code

FLSA

FLSA

Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Bargaining Unit

BU 1
% Full Time
% Full Time

100
Salary / Wage Range
Salary / Wage Range

CS - 32
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.
Anticipated Start Date
Term of Appointment
Term of Appointment

11.5 months
Location
County
County

Spokane
Project Description
Project Duration
Background Check

Yes - Both
Responsible HR User
Responsible HR User Email address
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:



EWU
expands opportunities for personal transformation through excellence in learning.
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).

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.

Diversity Statement

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.

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:

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

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

or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on Inside
EWUand are listed on Human Resources'

.

Contact Michael Brown in Human Resource Services at to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical demands.

Pre-Placement Physical
Pre-Placement Physical

No
Hearing Test
Hearing Test

No
Medical Monitoring Post Hire
Medical Monitoring Post Hire

No
Protective Equipment
Eye protection and gloves. University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.
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

Work Schedule Type
Work Schedule Type

Regular
Work Schedule
Depending on athletic events, must be able to work evenings and weekends. Occasional travel with athletic teams is required.
Posting Date
Posting Date

05/13/2024
Open Until Further Notice
Open Until Further Notice

No
Closing Date
Closing Date

05/19/2024
Screening to Begin
Screening to Begin

Immediately
Special Instructions to Applicants
This recruitment will close to further applications at midnight on

5/19/2024.

It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting

before

you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.

Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.

• Attach a detailed

cover letter

in which you explain

how

you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable].

It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.

• Attach a chronological

resume

including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3

professional references

including:

names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).

• Complete the

online application

form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
4.

Diversity Response

– As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own.

You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process:

Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public

.
Application Types Accepted
Application Types Accepted

Application
Job Duties
% of Time
% 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
% 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
% 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
% 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
% of Time

5
Responsibility / Duty

OTHER

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

Yes
Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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