Assistant Director of Athletics Equipment

  • 500602
  • Professional Staff
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Oct 13 2025
  • Athletics

Job Summary:

The Assistant Director of Athletics Equipment is responsible for developing, planning, and organizing programs directly related to the maintenance and purchase of athletic equipment for TCU sports; prepares and monitors athletic equipment budgets for these assigned sports.

 

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

1. Plans and executes purchases of athletic apparel and protective equipment for assigned sports by coordinating the needs and requirements of the assigned sport coaches; makes recommendations to coaches; then seeks appropriate vendors, submitting competitive bids, and following department purchasing protocol to procure these items, within the budget allocation for equipment in each sport.
2. Manages sports equipment inventory for assigned sports by establishing, maintaining and reconciling uniform and equipment inventory to ensure that all athletics apparel and protective equipment are clean and well stocked; maintains security of equipment storage areas; advises staff of health and safety equipment requirements.
3. Oversees the issuance of uniforms to team, coaches, or individual athletes of assigned sports by maintaining accurate records and files regarding equipment checkout. Oversees uniform and equipment distribution and retrieval at practices and on game day.
4. Monitors daily maintenance of equipment by laundering, repairs and general upkeep of protective and non- protective athletic equipment and apparel. Determines when items are no longer of use; beyond repair or reconditioning and replacement is necessary – and to insure that protective equipment meet the protective standards as manufactured.
5. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

 

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 1 years’ experience in equipment position, including experience in purchasing and inventory of athletics equipment

 

Preferred Education & Experience:

• None

 

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Must be insurable under the university motor vehicle requirements.
• Certified or Certifiable by Athletic Equipment Managers Association (AEMA)

 

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• None

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of appropriate computer software packages
• Skill in both spoken and written communication.
• Skill in making updates to digital and social media channels daily.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision under strict deadlines in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours.

 

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

 

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 50 lbs.

 

Work Environment:

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
• This role is an on campus, in-person position.
• Requires attendance at home and some away games, events, and contests.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to extreme.

 

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.

 

NOTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH NCAA REGULATIONS:

This job description includes the expectation of compliance with NCAA regulations.  An institutional staff member who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations.

TCU Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report Notice of Availability

Texas Christian University is committed to assisting all members of the campus community in providing for their own safety and security. TCU’s Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report is published in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy & Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act. This report includes statistics for the previous three calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by the University, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The statements of policy contained within this report address institutional policies, procedures, and programs concerning campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, emergency notifications and timely warning of crimes, sexual and interpersonal violence, and personal safety at TCU. Additionally, this report outlines fire safety systems, policies and procedures for on-campus housing facilities, as well as residence hall fire statistics. 

The Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report can be found on the TCU Police Department website at https://police.tcu.edu/annual-security-report, or a paper copy of the report may be obtained by contacting the TCU Police Department at 817-257-7930, or via email at police@tcu.edu.

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