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University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Athletics
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (Little Rock Athletics) seeks a Director of Athletics Equipment and Merchandise Operations who will serve under the direction of the Associate AD for Facilities and Event Management. This position will assist in a number of capacities including managing all aspects of athletics apparel and equipment, managing vendor and apparel contracts, running the day to day operations of the equipment room. Along with handling merchandise operations and the operation of the Trojan Armory, and other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education;
Experience in a collegiate or professional athletics department.
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Preferred Experience and Experience
- Current Athletic Equipment Managers Association (AEMA) certification, or successful acquisition of certification within 12 months from date of hire;
- Demonstrated experience managing budgets and conducting equipment forecasting across multiple sport programs;
Experience with institutional apparel vendor contracts and multi-sport ordering processes preferred.
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Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the equipment room;
- Monitor the maintenance needs of equipment room machinery and schedule repairs as needed;
- Coordinate with internal and external constituents regarding equipment operations;
- Establish and implement departmental protocols to maintain an accurate inventory system;
- Manage team store operations, including locating items, processing transactions at the register, and visual merchandising;
- Assist in event set ups and breakdowns for home athletic event;
- Operation of the Trojan Armory for all home Men’s and Women's basketball games
Perform other duties as assigned.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work nights and weekends;
- Knowledge of NCAA, conference and University rules;
- Ability to interact in a professional manner with people and present a positive image of the University;
- Strong problem-solving ability; capable of demonstrating good judgment and logical decision-making under pressure;
Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
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Additional Information:
Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Recruitment Contact Information:
Anthony Frank (
[email protected]) Associate AD for Facilities and Event Management
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Criminal Background Check, Financial Credit Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry ( MVR ) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Lifting, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Standing, Walking
Pushing, Sitting, Talking
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