What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director of Equipment Operations – Olympic Sports position at Inside Higher Ed?
Posting Date:
02/12/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Number:
1128171
Position Title:
Associate Director of Equipment Operations – Olympic Sports
Hiring Range Minimum:
Please inquire.
Hiring Range Maximum:
Please inquire.
Union Type:
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level:
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Employment Category:
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months Per Year:
12
Scheduled Hours Per Week:
40
Location of Position:
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?:
Onsite only
Is this a term position?:
No
If Yes, Length Of Term In Months.:
NA
Is this a grant funded position?:
No
Position Purpose:
Associate Director of Equipment Operations – Olympic Sports reports directly to the Assistant Athletics Director for Equipment Operations and is primarily responsible for the administrative processes regarding procurement, distribution, inventory, and maintenance of personal athletic equipment and apparel for student-athletes, coaches and staff. Assists in development and evaluation of brand management and equipment strategies.
Required Qualifications - Education And Yrs Exp:
Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities:
Mariruth Graham
Department Contact Phone Number:
603-646-5666
Department Contact For Cover Letter And Title:
Mariruth Graham, Assoc AD for People and Culture
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is Driving a Vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth Vehicle Or Off Road Vehicle, Rental Car, Personal Car) An Essential Function Of This Job?:
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants:
This job posting is not accepting external applications at this time.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Quick Link:
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/84640
Description:
Administrative Management
70%
Description:
Equipment Management
30%
02/12/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Number:
1128171
Position Title:
Associate Director of Equipment Operations – Olympic Sports
Hiring Range Minimum:
Please inquire.
Hiring Range Maximum:
Please inquire.
Union Type:
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level:
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Employment Category:
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months Per Year:
12
Scheduled Hours Per Week:
40
Location of Position:
Hanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility?:
Onsite only
Is this a term position?:
No
If Yes, Length Of Term In Months.:
NA
Is this a grant funded position?:
No
Position Purpose:
Associate Director of Equipment Operations – Olympic Sports reports directly to the Assistant Athletics Director for Equipment Operations and is primarily responsible for the administrative processes regarding procurement, distribution, inventory, and maintenance of personal athletic equipment and apparel for student-athletes, coaches and staff. Assists in development and evaluation of brand management and equipment strategies.
Required Qualifications - Education And Yrs Exp:
Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge And Abilities:
- At least 2 years of relevant experience.
- Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks and set priorities.
- Strong work ethic, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to deal with a variety of constituents in a timely and professional manner.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to anticipate and meet deadlines, coordinate work of others, and remain accessible for inquiries.
- Ability to become certified by the Athletic Equipment Managers Association.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Experience in fulfillment, stock room control environment.
- Experience in college athletics.
- Knowledge of athletic clothing, laundering, equipment, and compliance issues.
Mariruth Graham
Department Contact Phone Number:
603-646-5666
Department Contact For Cover Letter And Title:
Mariruth Graham, Assoc AD for People and Culture
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is Driving a Vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth Vehicle Or Off Road Vehicle, Rental Car, Personal Car) An Essential Function Of This Job?:
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants:
This job posting is not accepting external applications at this time.
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Quick Link:
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/84640
Description:
Administrative Management
- Consults and advises coaches on ordering needs, logo designs and branding guidelines
- Meets with vendors to build relationships and clarify ordering decisions; reviews contracts and agreements
- Reviews order requirements and places orders with vendors for athletes and coaches based on strategic priorities and budgets
- Exercises judgement regarding unique team requests from coaches, athletes and sport administrators
- Leads and directs practices, pre-, during, and post- gameday (home and away) equipment needs
- Oversees the gear and equipment planning for travel
- Manages equipment responsibilities for select sports
- Keeps inventory system up to date, ensures accuracy; verify and submit invoices
- Hires, schedules and supervises temporary and student workers
70%
Description:
Equipment Management
- Conducts inventory and reshelving
- Sets up for practices and gamedays
- Adjusts and fixes equipment, as needed
- Completes remaining laundry tasks when student workers are not available
30%
- : Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
- : Performs other duties as assigned.