Reporting to the Sr. Associate AD for Facilities and Operations, the Director of Equipment and Stadium Operations will manage operational aspects of the Roy Stewart Stadium Equipment Room and Facility. This position will have direct oversight of the Football Equipment program, including but not limited to, ordering, inventory, distribution, and maintenance of equipment and apparel. In addition, this position will also be an extension of the Facilities/Operations unit and assist in daily operations of Roy Stewart Stadium. The Director will provide first-class service to current student-athletes, prospective student-athletes, coaches, and institutional staff members, while managing equipment, apparel, and hiring of graduate assistant(s), student staff and managers. The Director will also be the liaison to certain departments on campus per the Sr. Associate AD – Operations.

Manages Roy Stewart Stadium Equipment Room and Locker Room Operations for Murray State Athletics. Responsible for maintaining a professional, organized, clean, safe and healthy environment in equipment room, laundry room, and locker rooms. Liaison with custodial services within equipment room and locker room operations. Coordination of equipment room managers, GA’s, student employees, and coaching staffs of all laundry services within the Roy Stewart Stadium Equipment Room. Coordination of laundry and cleaning needs of the Training Room and Weight room with Head Athletic Trainer and Head Strength & Conditioning Coach. Coordinates with business office regarding budget, purchasing, and inventory control guidelines. Responsible for ordering, receiving, inventorying, and proper use of apparel and equipment purchased by Murray State football. Maintains inventory records of athletic equipment and apparel. Fits and maintains equipment for student-athlete per manufacturer specifications and to NOCSAE and OSHA standards (helmet fitting/reconditioning, shoulder pad fitting/reconditioning, evaluation of equipment health, etc.). Manages Football Field Level Operations on gameday, serving as liaison with visiting football team equipment and operations personnel to ensure game-day needs are met, including but not limited to; event level staffing (ball boys, chain gang, etc.), facility field setup, equipment prep, etc. Serves as liaison with Athletics Grounds staff for annual GMAX testing on all turf surfaces. Responsible for preparation and setup of equipment, playing/practice areas, and locker rooms for practices, travel, and competitions. Liaison with Sr. Associate AD – Operations with apparel orders for administrative staff, promotions, donor gifts, etc. Serves as departmental liaison for apparel samples and manages distribution to coaches and staff. Responsible for preparation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Coach Com Headset Units. Responsible for department uniform and apparel rotation plans. Responsible for Letterwinner’s Jacket Program, managing sizing, ordering, inventory, and annual ceremony(s) for distribution. Responsible for ensuring annual safety certifications for equipment and working personnel. Prepare supplies for home and away contests. Coordinate the transportation of equipment and working personnel. Could involve driving the equipment truck or personnel. Ensure all logos/patches are added and presented correctly on uniforms and coaches attire per conference and NCAA guidelines. Will hire and supervise any and all personnel for equipment and/or football video (managers, work study staff, temporary staff, etc.). Manage student assistants so they can organize, distribute, collect, repair, store, fit and maintain all necessary field equipment, meeting room equipment, as well as the equipment and video offices. Manage student assistants so they can set up and organize practice equipment and drill needs. Manages and coordinates assigned spaces/areas for scheduling, upkeep, and maintenance. Liaison with Facilities and Operations unit for assistance with external rentals and outside events within the Athletic Complex. Other duties as assigned.

As a member of the Murray State University Athletic Department, you shall comply with all applicable NCAA rules and regulations as provided in the NCAA Division I Manual. If you are found in violation of NCAA regulations, you 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 repetitive violations.

Minimum Education Requirements	Bachelor’s degree is required.
Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements	One year of athletics experience is required, preferably within equipment. AEMA Certification or be able to be certified within one year is required. Working knowledge of intercollegiate athletics and athletic equipment required. Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills. Ability to work well with students, faculty, community and media. AEMA Certification or be able Must have a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements to operate a University vehicle.
Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications	Two years of previous athletics experience is preferred, especially in equipment.
Work Hours	Nights and weekends may be required.
Physical Demands	Ability to lift 50 pounds.

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