Athletics - Assistant Equipment Manager

About Sacred Heart University

As one of the nation’s largest Catholic universities and among the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers more than 100 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. Nearly 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: College of Arts & Sciences; School of Communication, Media & the Arts; School of Social Work; School of Performing Arts; College of Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; School of Computer Science & Engineering and the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing. Sacred Heart, a Laudato Si’ campus, stands out from other Catholic universities as it was established to be led by the laity. This contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts and, at the same time, cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 391 Colleges: 2026 Edition and Best Business Schools: 2025 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliate station, WSHU Public Radio; a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

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To apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a completed application and résumé through the University's online application system. Applications submitted outside of the official Careers at SHU website will not be considered. Applicants should not apply through third-party or external job sites, as such postings may be fraudulent or may misrepresent opportunities that are no longer available at the University. A cover letter or statement of interest is preferred for all staff positions. 

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Position Summary

Assist the Equipment Manager in day-to-day equipment operation on campus.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Equipment Manager in the day-to-day equipment operation for the athletic department.
• Collaborate with the Equipment Manager in maintaining records of all equipment and inventory.
• Serve as primary contact for the equipment operation for select sports at the direction of the Equipment Manager. 
• Issue equipment and uniforms to athletic teams, coaches, and students and account for the return and condition of equipment.
• Assist in developing a uniform purchasing cycle and cost-saving measures (e.g., bulk purchasing) for each program.
• Assist coaches in the issuance, maintenance, and repair of athletic equipment.
• Travel with select in-season teams for the purpose of supervising the equipment requirements of traveling teams may be required.
• Assist in purchasing athletic equipment and clothing.
• Launder practice gear and uniforms after each contest/practice.
• Daily maintenance of athletic equipment. 
• Inventory control of each team's clothing
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other Attributes

• Bachelor's degree or higher with commensurate experience and AEMA certification preferred. 
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations is required.
• Must have prior experience with hockey equipment.

Unusual Working Conditions

The position requires weekend and evening hours.

This job posting provides an overview of the role's general nature and expected tasks. It is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all duties performed. The university reserves the right to modify or reassign job responsibilities at any time. This posting description does not constitute an employment contract, either explicit or implied.