USC
Location
Los Angeles, CA | United States
Job description
The University of Southern California (USC) is one of the world’s leading private research universities. An anchor institution in Los Angeles and a global center for arts, technology, and international business, USC is also one of the largest private employers in the City of Los Angeles. We are searching for exceptional individuals to help us fulfill our mission: developing individuals and society as a whole through the cultivation and enrichment of the human mind and spirit. As an employee of USC, you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students, and staff that make the university what it is.
World-renowned for its unparalleled combination of academic and athletic prowess, USC has a storied history of collegiate and Olympic success. The vision of the USC Department of Athletics is to be the most student-athlete centered athletics program in the country. USC Athletics is committed to serving and empowering its student-athletes by providing the support, resources, and environment for student-athletes to pursue a world-class education; engage in a meaningful and fulfilling college experience; transform into the best versions of themselves; compete for championships; and prepare to thrive after USC. A member of the Pac-12 Conference and Mountain Pacific Sports Federation, USC is proud to support nine men's (baseball, basketball, football, golf, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, water polo) and 12 women's (basketball, beach volleyball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, water polo) teams across 12 athletics venues.
Job Description :
USC Athletics is looking to hire a fixed term Assistant Equipment Manager to join our staff and student community of 600+ individuals. With a focus on service and support for student-athletes and coaching staff, the Equipment Operations team is a key partner in the overall function of the athletic department. Protective equipment, uniforms, team apparel and special team promotional items are all organized and executed by the Equipment Operations team. With a focus on student-athlete safety and customer service, the team collaborates with several other units within Athletics as an essential sports performance unit to support student-athletes This role is responsible for serving all of USC’s varsity athletic programs, with a focus on Olympic sports. This position will work hands-on to support full-time staff with the organization of equipment and apparel distribution, the service of team locker rooms, apparel ordering, organization of equipment storage, preparing team uniforms for home competition, packing for travel, and supporting laundering of team apparel. The role will provide exposure to the inner workings of one of the key units in USC Athletics, touching all Olympic sports programs and collaborating with several other department units for successful outcomes.
Reporting directly to Cecilia Snipes (Associate Athletic Director, Equipment Operations), the Assistant Equipment Manager will work closely with student-athletes, coaches, and support staff in a competitive, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, self-motivated work ethic, and a positive attitude. Other requirements include punctuality, time management skills, and the ability to multi-task and work within a team. Must be physically able to stand for extended periods of time and carry/move up to 50 pounds. Knowledge of and experience working in higher education is preferred. Understanding of the unique culture and needs of college athletes is preferred.
This position serves a diverse student and staff population, must demonstrate a commitment to improving outcomes for historically under-served populations, and is expected to contribute to the program’s diversity, inclusion, and equity efforts. USC Athletics is committed to increasing diversity in its staff and welcomes applications from persons of all backgrounds, ethnicities, races, genders, and sexual orientations.
This is a non-exempt position with work expected to include some weekends in support of home competitions.
Roles and responsibilities :
Provide equipment and apparel services to support University intercollegiate sports and student-athletes, supporting day-to-day operations. Retrieve and distribute goods to/from appropriate departments as required, work with staff as required to complete relevant objectives, and prepare and complete laundry cycles for assigned sports in timely manner.
Retrieve and distribute goods to and from appropriate departments and contact staff for pick-up. Maintain accurate records and files regarding equipment checkout. Receive items from local vendors and those shipped to USC Athletics and prepare them for distribution by stamping names or numbers on equipment in order to track it. Store sporting equipment appropriately when not in use and assist with fitting athletic equipment and apparel to individual athletes as required.
Responsible for inventory, tracking, storage, and distribution of equipment and apparel, as assigned. Perform laundry services.
Pack and upload equipment and locker rooms and set-up/break-down practice and game fields. Provide technical equipment assistance (ball machines, loud speakers, scoreboard, etc.). Support equipment and apparel inventory management.
Promote an environment that fosters inclusive relationships and creates unbiased opportunities for contributions through ideas, words, and actions that uphold principles of the USC Code of Ethics.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma (bachelor’s degree preferred) and 0-1 years minimum experience (2 years preferred). Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education.
Experience working in higher education and/or a sports related field ideal.
Valid driver’s license is required
Hourly Range:
The hourly rate range for this position is $25.99-$30.50. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
To Apply:
All candidates must submit a (1) resume or curriculum vitae, (2) and cover letter explaining the candidate’s interest in working at USC, qualifications for the position, impact the candidate would make on the department of athletics and how the candidate would contribute to the departments goal of promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity in higher education and sport. Additional materials may be requested at a later date. All USC employees will undergo reference checking and background screening prior to hire.
USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at [email protected]. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.
Qualifications: -The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma (bachelor’s degree preferred) and 0-1 years minimum experience (2 years preferred). Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education. -Experience working in higher education and/or a sports related field ideal. -Valid driver’s license is required.Job tags
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