Colgate University Hiring for Athletic Equipment Assistant at Hamilton, NY Full Time

Casual Wage

Position Title:

Athletic Equipment Assistant

Full Time/Part Time:

Part Time

Division:

Athletics

Department:

Equipment Services

Department Statement:

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.

Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University ‘Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore. This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.

This is a ten-month, part time position. Operates and oversees chemical usage and machine program cycles of the commercial laundry facility, trouble shoots when necessary, contacts B&G or Vendor, if needed. This position reports to the Director of Equipment Services.

Accountabilities:

• Must be able to attend Colgate home athletic events as assigned.
• Disperses daily practice laundry and equipment, assists with the repair and maintenance of all sport-related apparel, gear and equipment.
• Performs a variety of duties related to an intercollegiate equipment room, including periodic equipment inventories, inventory control, receiving, checking and recording shortages in daily UPS, deliveries per protocol.
• Prepare and issuance of competition uniforms, locker room set up of both home and visitors for events.
• Operation of sanitation type machines for equipment.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director or Assistant Director of Equipment Services.
• Responsible for day-to-day problem solving of athletic equipment.
• Adheres to OSHA requirements and NCAA regulations to equipment safety.
• Issues, collects and maintains computerized records of lockers and locks when appropriate.
• Provides oversight and guidance of student workers when applicable.
• Ability to work in weather elements as needed.

Professional Experience/ Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license in accordance with the university MVR policy.
• Must possess ability to repair equipment and operate commercial laundry machinery.
• Must be capable of proper usage and safety in basic power tools.
• Must be capable of working collegially with a diverse group of constituents on a daily basis.
• Must have exemplary record of work performance and attendance.
• Proficient use of computer to include Microsoft Office.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as assigned.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a college equipment environment highly preferred.

Education:

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Other Information:

Colgate University is committed to the principle of institutional control in administering its athletics program in a manner consistent with the NCAA, ECAC, and Patriot League rules. Each individual involved in the athletics division is obligated to maintain competency and knowledge of the rules, to act within his or her realm of responsibility in full compliance with the governing legislation, and to report any violation of NCAA, ECAC or Patriot League rules of which he or she is aware. The failure to do so can be grounds for your termination with cause.

Requisition Number:

2023CW025Posting

Temporary:

Yes

Work Schedule:

Hours will vary by season.

Job Open Date:

04/24/2023

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Clery Act:

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Campus Safety Department will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. To obtain a copy, contact the Campus Safety Compliance Manager via e-mail at [email protected]. You may also access the report from the Campus Safety web page at: www.colgate.edu/offices/support/campussafety.