Women’s Ice Hockey Equipment Manager

Ithaca, New York, Student and Campus Life (SCL) inspires transformation in all Cornell students on their journey of individual, academic and personal evolution. Our division is comprised of leading student affairs experts who support our campus on pressing student life matters including public service, health, wellness, social justice, residential living, food services, sports, recreation, career services, and student activities and organizations including sorority and fraternity life. We provide support and services to roughly 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students on multiple campuses in the U.S. and abroad.

Cornell University is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Ivy League. The university fields teams in 37 intercollegiate sports and provides a comprehensive physical education program. The university is committed to excellence in academics and athletics, gender equity and diversity in its programs, and a well-balanced, broad-based intercollegiate athletics program. Athletics and Physical Education offers a diverse program of physical and outdoor education, recreational services, intramural sports and intercollegiate athletic competition, plus Wellness programs for faculty and staff and fitness centers for the entire Cornell community.

The Equipment Manager coordinates equipment operations for the women’s ice hockey program and other assigned sports, including managing the procurement of equipment and apparel considering the unique needs of each student-athlete, building and maintaining an inventory to meet those needs, monitoring financial processes related to equipment, and maintaining and repairing equipment and apparel to ensure it functions at the highest performance and safety standards. As the gatekeeper for equipment requests, the Equipment Manager ensures requests are reasonable, meet the needs of the student-athletes, and are within budget. Additionally, the Equipment Manager attends women’s ice hockey practices and games, including traveling with the team. The Equipment Manager serves as the primary liaison with visiting teams, coordinating services as needed and working closely with Lynah Rink and Cornell equipment staff and administration.

This is a 12-months per year, full-time position. Starting salary is $65,448 for this position; final offer will depend on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Success Factors

- Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and fluid work environment, while maintaining a professional, calm and controlled demeanor at all times.

- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to build working relationships with a wide variety of individuals.

- Effective communication and organizational skills, to consistently relay accurate information and needs to the appropriate audiences.

While position responsibilities vary, every member of our community is expected to foster a culture of belonging and a psychologically healthy work environment by communicating across differences; being cooperative, collaborative, open, and welcoming; showing respect, compassion, and empathy; engaging and supporting others regardless of background or perspective; speaking up when others are being excluded or treated inappropriately; and supporting work/life integration of oneself and others. Required Qualifications

Society of Professional Hockey Equipment Managers (SPHEM) certification required within three years of start date. To qualify for the SPHEM certification exam, must have one of the following:

H.S. Degree and 5 years’ experience as equipment manager

Bachelor's Degree and 2 years’ experience as equipment manager

Bachelor's Degree and 1,800 hours’ experience as a student-equipment manager.

Knowledge of hockey equipment, including skate sharpening and maintenance, as well as high-level hockey competition.

Experience negotiating with equipment vendors, developing equipment budgets, inventory control, and procurement.

Proficient with computer programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Experience in and/or demonstrated commitment to supporting diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and wellbeing.

Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a collegiate hockey program