Assistant Director of Equipment - Football

The Assistant Director of Equipment - Football reports directly to the Director of Equipment and is responsible for the ordering of apparel, managing and tracking all equipment for football, and ensuring all logistics pertaining to football equipment is met with the highest level of detail.

About the Work Unit:

Vanderbilt University’s Athletics Department prepares student-athletes to become leaders and champions by placing the highest values on integrity, character, sportsmanship, and victory. Vanderbilt is a charter member of the Southeastern Conference and is the conference's only private school. The university fields 17 varsity teams, 15 of which compete in the Southeastern Conference.

Duties and Responsibilities

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Prior experience with a Division I or professional sports equipment room is necessary.
• High level of organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities is necessary.
• Knowledge of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations are preferred.
  

As conditions of employment, individuals have an affirmative obligation cooperate fully with the institution, SEC, and NCAA infractions processes. An individual who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action by the institution, SEC, and/or NCAA as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA infractions process, up to and including suspension without pay or termination of employment. Additionally, individuals receiving athletically related income or benefits from a source outside the institution (e.g., income from endorsement or consultation contracts with apparel companies, equipment manufacturers, television and radio programs; income from ownership, control or management of a foundation, organization, or other entities; etc.) must report such earnings (other than cash or cash equivalents if the total amount received is $600 or less) to the chancellor on an annual basis.

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At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education.

Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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• Working and growing together as a community of communities... we are One Vanderbilt .
• Providing a work environment where every staff and faculty member can be their authentic and best self , while providing the resources and opportunities to learn and grow.
• Encouraging development, collaboration, and partnership both internally and externally while fostering the value that every member of the Vanderbilt community can lead and grow regardless of title or position.

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