What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Equipment Manager, Athletic Operations - INTERNAL ONLY position at University of Colorado Boulder?
Summary
Job Summary
The Department of Athletics at CU Boulder encourages applications for an Assistant Equipment Manager! The primary responsibilities for this position are to provide assistance to the equipment staff for football and assigned Olympic sports in the daily organization and execution of equipment requirements while supporting and operating within any of the 3 equipment rooms within the Athletics Department. Work includes equipment management, issuance, storage, transportation, and maintaining equipment inventory, as assigned.
This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletics Department’s Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the Big12 Conference and the NCAA.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
As one of 33 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes—both across Colorado and around the world.
Administration
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be authentic. Be excited. Be Boulder.
What We Require
To Apply, Please Submit The Following Materials
Please apply by April 16th, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Essential Services
This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.
Job Summary
The Department of Athletics at CU Boulder encourages applications for an Assistant Equipment Manager! The primary responsibilities for this position are to provide assistance to the equipment staff for football and assigned Olympic sports in the daily organization and execution of equipment requirements while supporting and operating within any of the 3 equipment rooms within the Athletics Department. Work includes equipment management, issuance, storage, transportation, and maintaining equipment inventory, as assigned.
This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletics Department’s Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the Big12 Conference and the NCAA.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
As one of 33 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)—and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region—our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes—both across Colorado and around the world.
Administration
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
- Maintain equipment program in accordance with NCAA and Big12 specifications and regulations.
- Assist in determining athletic equipment and apparel needs to ensure a nationally competitive program.
- Organize information for preparation of University purchasing procedures.
- Purchasing responsibilities for Champions Center Equipment Room.
- Effectively maintain purchasing paperwork to completion of the purchasing process.
- Maintain a professional rapport with departmental, student, and outside personnel.
- Directly responsible for all equipment aspects of specific athletic programs.
- Assist in and administer the maintenance of an effective inventory system.
- Oversee receiving and inventory process of incoming athletic equipment and apparel for assigned sports.
- Oversee the issue and retrieval process to student athletes and staff of assigned sports.
- Ensure the quality of equipment ordered and received.
- Oversee the preparation of events with respect to athletic equipment and apparel.
- Ensure that the needs of visiting teams, as well as officials, are met at the highest standard for assigned sports.
- Schedule event coverage for home and away contests for assigned sports.
- Attend assigned sport practices when required.
- Stay on top of general equipment information: i.e. techniques, products, materials, etc.
- Be available to handle the needs of student athletes and staff during reasonable hours, which includes some nights and weekends.
- Oversee the daily laundry needs for assigned sports.
- Maintain all laundry machines; handle ordering of all laundry products.
- Maintain locker control system for the locker rooms of assigned sports.
- Oversee the preparation of equipment needs for daily practice sessions and workouts.
- Maintain communication with responsible parties for both practice and game fields.
- Support the equipment staff members when members are traveling with teams.
- Support the equipment staff members when members are out of office on PTO.
- Support the equipment staff members in busy times within their sport if extra assistance is needed.
- Understand all elements of the equipment operation for all sports.
- Be available to fill in to support issue/practice/game operations as needed.
- The annual starting salary range for this full-time position is $60,000-$63,000.
- Relocation assistance is available within department guidelines.
- Additional Athletics benefits include:
- Athletic Event Tickets: Per Athletic Department Policy and NCAA regulations.
- Nike Elite Employee Benefit: Per Nike Elite Policy.
- Supplemental Camp Pay: Per Athletic Department Summer Camp Policy.
At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
Be Statements
Be authentic. Be excited. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- One year of experience in football equipment operations, which may include student equipment management experience.
- Experience as a student equipment manager.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
- Must be certifiable with a professional equipment managers organization.
- Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.
- Knowledge of inventory management and control systems.
- Demonstrated inventory management and organizational skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Two years of experience in equipment at the Power 4 level.
- Two or more years of experience in equipment at the NFL level.
To Apply, Please Submit The Following Materials
- A current resume.
- A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
Please apply by April 16th, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Essential Services
This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.
Salary : $60,000 - $63,000