Assistant Manager, Athletics - Equipment Room

Assistant Manager, Athletics Equipment Room

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At the University of Wyoming, we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

Job Purpose:

Assists in supervision and duties with assigned sports and departments in support of equipment department functions including: purchasing, issuance, and inventory of athletic equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with coaches and staff to proactively and effectively address the equipment needs of assigned intercollegiate athletic programs and departments, including: purchasing, receiving, issuing, returns, maintenance, and repairs of equipment.
• Ensures all athletic equipment which includes, but is not limited to: uniforms, helmets, decals, banners and logos comply with conference and NCAA regulations along with University of Wyoming brand and licensing directives.
• Assists with practice and game laundry.
• Keeps inventory on all apparel, footwear, and accessory items for assigned teams.
• Assists in the embellishment process of team issued apparel and competition wear.
• Responsible for shipping and receiving duties for Athletic Department.
• Assists in supervising and scheduling student managers and interns as needed.
• Works with assigned sports and departments. Primary sports for this position are Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Volleyball, Wrestling, Track and Field, Swimming and Diving, Tennis and Soccer.
• Attends home contests and practice as needed. Some travel to away contests may be required occasionally.
• Assists in the development and monitoring of the equipment budget pertaining to assigned sports teams.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of and adheres to all applicable University, conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Assists with other duties/projects as assigned/directed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience: 3 Years of Equipment Related Experience

• Physical ability to handle bulky or heavy stock items, equipment, and supplies up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
• Knowledge of issuing, fitting, cleaning, and maintaining athletic equipment.
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of NCAA and NOCSAE rules and guidelines
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with mobile inventory tracking systems.
• Experience with ordering apparel and footwear through team portal system.
• Experience in packing and planning for away contests.
• Experience supervising student workers.
• AEMA Certified Equipment Manager or ability to become certified within one year from hire date.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with day-to-day problem solving associated with equipment duties and responsibilities.

Required Application Materials:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 08/17/2026 will receive full consideration.

Work Location:

On-Campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

Work Authorization Requirements:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

Hiring Statement/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io.

About Laramie:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado's Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie's beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually.