Job Description

Operations Specialist

Requisition ID
req37115
Working Title
Associate Director of Equipment Operations - Football
Position Grade
11
Position Summary

Oversees the coordination of day-to-day sports activities and the maintenance of sports facilities. Determines needs and generates purchase orders to acquire athletic and sports equipment. Establishes, maintains, and reconciles uniform and equipment inventories, and oversees the maintenance of all inventory records for the program. Oversees uniform and equipment distribution and retrieval at practices and on game day. Oversees and coordinates all game day equipment preparations and setup for games. Ensures that all uniforms and related apparel and equipment are maintained in a clean and serviceable condition. Oversees and coordinates the work of lower level athletic equipment staff and/or students engaged in the day-to-day performance of related activities. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Under the supervision of the Director of Football Equipment Operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with senior administrator and department staff in the management of athletic equipment for assigned sports. Assist in the evaluation, purchasing, repair, maintenance of inventory, transportation, and preparation of equipment for practice and competition.
2. Evaluate and recommend the replacement of athletic uniforms and equipment based on national safety standards. Maintain and repair specialty equipment as needed. Coordinate and execute the embellishment process of team issued apparel and competition wear as assigned.
3. Monitor proper use of University logos on athletic apparel in accordance with licensing regulations. Work with vendors and agencies to resolve logo and licensing issues.
4. Maintain and track all inventory (apparel, footwear, protective equipment and accessory items) via inventory system. Supervise the issuance and storage of uniforms and equipment. Develop issuance and return schedules and schedule staffing levels. Coordinate equipment transportation.
5. Assist in the development and management of the equipment budget and attire allotment. May prepare and budget build for assigned sports. Ensure all ordering is within budget. May work with coaching staff on spending.
6. May assist with the fitting of protective equipment.
7. Supervise and schedule student employees as needed. Act as lead worker. Train and oversee student employees in setup and tear down for practice and games.
8. Train staff in maintaining proper laundry procedures. Supervise and schedule maintenance of laundry machinery.
9. Attend practices and contests both home and away.
10. Responsible for tracking shipping and receiving packages for assigned sports/units.
11. Represent the department at University, local, and national meetings and committee.
12. May be required to drive a university vehicle and/or student.
13. May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
14. Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 7 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other athletics work experience.

Additional Requirements
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
Athletics Football (925E)
Employment Type
Staff
Staff Type
Regular - Full-Time
Term End Date
Status
Exempt
Pay
Monthly: $3,841.07 - $5,148.00
Benefits Eligible
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check Required
Yes
For Best Consideration Date
7/5/2026
Eligible for Hiring Incentive
No
Eligible for Remote Work
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
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The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.