25/26 SY - PE/ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT MANAGER (CC#2902) en Phoenix Union High School District 210

Equal Opportunity Employer

PE/ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT MANAGER
 

GRADE 4 HOURLY RATE STARTING AT $18.41 -$19.25 DEPENDING ON RELATABLE WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION
 

The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 28,000 students and 4,000 employees in Arizona’s capital city.  With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, micro schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE) offerings, PXU’s schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter
 

SUMMARY:

PE/Athletic Equipment Manager manages and participates in the set up for all activities related to physical education (PE) and sporting events. Coordinates, organizes, distributes, and maintains all school PE and Athletic equipment and uniforms.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assists the assistant principal, coaches, and officials during on-site athletic events. Directs student workers and volunteers.
2. Controls equipment distribution including receiving and verifying orders, cataloging, maintaining, and storing equipment, and logging student equipment and collecting athletic equipment.
3. Evaluates equipment requirements of student athletes such as equipment and uniform needs and sizing. Assigns lockers and distributes locks; collects locks and equipment at the end of sports seasons, at the end of first semester and at the end of the school year.
4. Assists with the set-up of athletic fields and equipment for sports events and activities. Prepares materials for transport to off-site athletic events. Dismantles and/or stores equipment after events.
5. Launders athletic uniforms and towels and cleans athletic equipment. Issues athletic uniforms clothing and equipment; obtains signature of student athletes on the athletic equipment card.
6. Submits student athlete unreturned athletic form and equipment debt notices to the bookstore at the end of each sports season. 
7. Performs janitorial duties in the secure Athletic/PE equipment room area.
8. Makes minor repairs to Athletic/PE equipment. Reports necessary repairs to the assistant principal, PE Instructional Leader and /or Campus Facilities Supervisor. Recommends replacing damaged equipment and purchasing new equipment to meet inventory requirements.
9. Supervises equipment storage, and ensures security of all Athletic/PE equipment.
10. Prepares vandalism report, as needed.
11. Drives school van with necessary athletic equipment to away games, as required.
12. Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information; follows Governing Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.

The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:

High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND one year of physical education and equipment management experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

License and Certification Requirements:

A valid Arizona State Driver’s License is required. 
Possess an active Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card or obtain one within the first 90 workdays of employment.

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Skill in maintaining accurate inventories and records.
• Knowledge and skill in maintaining athletic equipment and/or materials management.
• Ability to identify the correct equipment, uniform, and protective equipment for school sports.
• Ability to use initiative within established organizational policies and procedural guidelines. 
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Skill in understanding, explaining, and applying relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to provide excellent customer experiences, including but not limited to interacting tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Commitment to create and sustain a thriving learning and working environment for students and staff. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to use initiative within organizational policies, procedures and guidelines. 

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

    Work is performed throughout school campuses both indoors and outdoors. May be required to climb ladders, use small hand and power tools, and lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 60 pounds. May be exposed to hot and cold temperatures, hazardous
    chemicals, and potentially dangerous equipment.

    WHY WORK AT PXU

    The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the state’s largest employers. Our 4,000 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment.

The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, r eligion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business.