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The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is accepting applications for the position of Director, Basketball Equipment Operations. The Director of Basketball Equipment Operations is responsible for managing the day-to-day operation and supervising the equipment operations of both basketball programs. This position will be under the general supervision of the Associate Athletics Director, Equipment Operations working specifically with both programs that includes approximately 30 student-athletes and a combination of 30 coaches and support staff members. Successful candidate will be responsible for being hands-on in the equipment room operations, including supervising two full-time employees and student managers, monitoring, and distribution of all equipment and apparel for the UCLA basketball programs. The individual will be responsible for managing the relationship with the Jumpman and Wilson Brands, fulfilling all contractual obligations. Other duties include collaborating with the Associate Athletics Director when as it pertains to inventory tracking, locker room maintenance, facility upkeep, ensuring the safety of team issued gear and practice and training items, as well as oversight of staff issued apparel. Position will serve as a primary contact for both programs facilitating team needs for both home and road contests, preparing uniforms and necessary apparel for all athletic contests - both at home and on the road, and potentially off-site practice locations. Duties will also include recruiting student managers, assisting with recruiting events and camp operational needs, and daily laundry services to meet team needs.
All applicants should demonstrate the following abilities: Bachelor's degree required; Two-five years of experience working in the Athletic Equipment, specifically in a basketball equipment room; Certification from the Athletic Equipment Manager's Association (AEMA) possessed or obtained within one year of hire; Ability to work independently and with follow through on assignments with minimal direction; Demonstrated execution of prioritization of assignments in a timely fashion in fast paced environment; Understanding and demonstrated compliance with Departmental, University, Big Ten and NCAA rules and regulations; Strong knowledge of equipment and apparel maintenance and repair techniques in accordance to manufacturer specifications and the NCAA; Ability to establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship and effective communication with other staff members, students, and administrators and University personnel and public; Skill in organizing material, people and information in a systematic way to optimize efficiency; Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) as well as being a relationship builder across many organization levels on campus, and externally; Writing skills to prepare forms, reports and correspondence with speed and accuracy; Experience with staff supervision, Human Resources practices, confidentiality, organizational direction workflow, delegation, train programs and work evaluation; Must be able to speak on a one-on-one basis or in small group settings to convey and obtain relevant information; Ability to operate a computer with experience in Microsoft Office, Outlook and Windows; Understanding and acceptance of organizational goals and collaboratively and cooperatively working as a team member to support those goals and objectives; Ability to perform effectively in dynamic work environment at odd hours and conditions at times; Understanding of budgets and budget management to prepare, maintain and close annual budgets, including ability to follow department and University general accounting and procurement guidelines; Skill in implementing and monitoring a quality control and inventory program sufficient to meet established specifications of the job; Working knowledge of methods, tools, equipment and material of the trade sufficient to organize work, evaluate progress and ensure work assignments meet stated standards; Ability to work nights, weekends, odd hours and holidays as needed; Ability to travel with teams and staff for competitions and meetings as needed; Capacity to meet physical demands of position: Lift, move and carry equipment up to 75lbs, Stand for long periods of time; Fitness level providing to bend, kneel, reach and set up equipment as needed; Possess drivers' license and capability to drive motor vehicles as well as an electric cart, including passing University mandated requirements; Strong vision, hearing and hand-eye coordination sufficient to set up equipment; Use of a variety of hand tools, ability to work outdoors under different weather conditions.
Expressions of interest must be received by September 9th, 2026. All applicants must submit their cover letter, resume and references.
*Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check performed by Universal Background Screening and UCLA Athletics.
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.