Athletics Equipment Coordinator

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Athletics Equipment Coordinator Full or Part Time Full Time FTE 1.0 Position Type Regular Posting Number 20110699C&A

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Eastern Oregon University invites applications for the position of Athletics Equipment Coordinator. This full-time, 12-month position is responsible for coordinating the operation, maintenance, inventory, purchasing, and distribution of athletic equipment, uniforms, and supplies in support of the University's 15 intercollegiate athletic programs and recreational activities.

The Athletics Equipment Coordinator prepares athletic facilities for practices, competitions, and special events, ensuring facilities and equipment meet NAIA regulations and safety standards. The position supervises student employees, coordinates laundry operations, assists with departmental purchasing and inventory management, and collaborates with coaches, facilities personnel, and game management staff to support a high-quality student-athlete experience.

Responsibilities

Equipment & Inventory Management

• Order, receive, issue, maintain, repair, and replace athletic equipment, uniforms, apparel, and supplies.
• Maintain accurate inventories of departmental equipment, uniforms, clothing, and supplies.
• Recommend replacement of equipment, clothing, and uniforms.
• Request comparative bids from vendors and assist with purchasing functions.
• Operate and maintain laundry facilities and coordinate daily laundry needs for athletic programs.
• Coordinate annual helmet reconditioning and inspect equipment to ensure condition and safety.

Facility & Event Operations

• Prepare athletic facilities for practices, competitions, and special events.
• Coordinate setup and takedown of athletic equipment, scoreboards, game clocks, bleachers, PA systems, protective padding, nets, and other event equipment.
• Ensure athletic fields and courts meet applicable NAIA/NCAA playing regulations.
• Conduct inspections of athletic facilities and coordinate repairs or recommend improvements.
• Perform light repair and maintenance of athletic facilities.
• Serve as liaison with Plant Services regarding athletic facility needs.
• Maintain security, cleanliness, and organization of athletic equipment and facility areas.
• Secure assigned game management personnel as assigned.

Student Employee Supervision

• Hire, train, supervise, and assign work to student employees supporting equipment and facility operations.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Oversee assigned budget.
• Attend departmental meetings and professional development activities.
• Complete required paperwork related to assigned duties.
• Assist with facility setup and teardown for departmental and Mountaineer Athletic Association events.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of experience in keeping stores and stores records; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Valid Drivers License with a clean driving record.
• CPR and First Aid endorsements.
• Individual must have knowledge of small equipment operations, industrial washer and dryer operations, scoreboard operations, light hand tools and athletic related guidelines for facility management
• Must satisfactorily complete EOU criminal and credential background check. Having a criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Eastern Oregon University will not sponsor applicants for employment visas.

Preferred Qualifications Special Instructions to Applicants

Eastern Oregon University - Oregon's Rural University! - is a respected public, higher education institution of academic excellence. Outstanding faculty and staff thrive and together fulfill their career ambitions to serve students from all walks of life.

Applicant must provide:

1) Letter of application (which should include why this position is attractive to the applicant, how it meets the applicant's professional goals, and what attracts the applicant to EOU);

2) Resume/Curriculum vitae;

3) Submit names, emails, and phone numbers for at least three references in the reference section of the application.

Candidates are encouraged to review the values and principles of Eastern Oregon University.

Only complete files of qualified applicants will be reviewed.

EOU is a beautiful, quaint campus nestled in the remarkably scenic, high elevation Grande Ronde Valley populated by wonderful, community-minded citizens that have balanced work-life flexibility. Take a virtual tour of Eastern Oregon University.

EOU offers a very attractive package of State of Oregon public employee benefits including:

• Paid holidays (10 days/year)
• Paid vacation (accrues 15 hours/month)
• Paid sick time-off (accrues 8 hours/month - no limit!)
• Individual AND Family Healthcare Insurance: medical, dental and vision! (95%+ employer-paid!)
• Generous Oregon Public Employee Retirement System benefits
• Employer paid life insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Discounted tuition benefits for employees and eligible dependents
• Discounted athletics facilities membership
• For more details, see Prospective Employees.

Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcomes applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.

Salary $3,636 Monthly

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 07/06/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes First Day of Application Review 07/20/2026 Quick Link to Posting https://eou.peopleadmin.com/postings/3554

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• EOU Website Posting

• Chronicle of Higher Education

• State Employment Service

• DiverseJobs.net

• Referral by EOU Employee

• HigherEdJobs.com

• Newspaper

• Other

• If you answered "Newspaper" or "Other" above, please give specifics here:

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Veteran Preference Document