Athletic Equipment Assistant

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Posting Details

Position Information

Job Category

Casual Wage

Position Title

Athletic Equipment Assistant

Full Time/Part Time

Part Time

Division

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Posting Details

Position Information

Job Category

Casual Wage

Position Title

Athletic Equipment Assistant

Full Time/Part Time

Part Time

Division

Athletics

Department

Equipment Services

Hiring Wage/Salary Range

16.00 / hour

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.

The Colgate University Department of Athletics is currently accepting applications for a
part-time position working with Equipment Services.

Colgate Athletics seeks to be a welcoming and diverse association of students, coaches,
staff, alumni and fans in which all people are treated equitably and respectfully, and can
contribute fully to our success; we share common goals, we affirm open communication
and civility, we honor the sacredness of each person, we accept responsibility to act for
the common good, we care for and serve one another, and we honor our history while
celebrating our evolution; and, we strive to consistently perform at the upper range of our
potential, to get better every day with a goal to win – to win in competition, in the
classroom, in the community and in the lives of every member of the Colgate
Community.

Accountabilities

We are currently hiring for two Casual Wage Equipment Assistants in Athletics Equipment Services.

• Both roles will support various Olympic sports and assist with day-to-day operations, logistics, and administrative tasks.
• One of these roles will have a stronger focus on football operations, and preferred candidates will have experience working with collegiate football programs.
• Candidates will be considered for both positions unless they indicate a specific interest.
• 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.

This is a ten-month, part time position that 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.

Requirements

| Professional Experience/ Qualifications |
- Valid driver’s license in accordance with the university’s MVR policy. - Ability to repair equipment and operate commercial laundry machinery. - Proficient in the safe and proper use of basic power tools. - Demonstrated ability to work collegially with a diverse group of constituents on a daily basis. - Strong record of work performance and attendance. - Proficient in computer use, including Microsoft Office. - Skilled in troubleshooting and problem-solving. - Able to work effectively as part of a team. - Availability to work nights and weekends as assigned. - Ability to lift up to 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. |

Posting Detail Information

| Requisition Number | 2025CW023Posting | | Temporary | Yes | | Work Schedule |
Hours will vary by season
10 month position
The anticipated months worked are end of July 2025 – end of May 2026 | | Job Open Date | 05/21/2025 | | Job Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions Summary | | | EEO Statement |
The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. | | Clery Act |
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety 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. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about.... Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu. |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently a Colgate employee?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * Have you ever been a Colgate employee?

   • Yes
   • No

3. * Are you at least 18 years of age?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Do you have a valid driver's license under Colgate University's MVR policy? Drivers shall not have exceeded two (2) "at-fault" accidents or violations within the last eighteen (18) months, had any violation in the past thirty-six (36) months for driving while intoxicated, driving while ability impaired by alcohol and/or drug, or reckless driving, had a license suspension or revocation in the past thirty-six (36) months. The University will run a Motor Vehicle check on the final candidate and regular checks will be made. *

   • Yes
   • No

5. * Please let us know how you heard about this position.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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