Term Professional-Hourly

Position Summary:
The Equipment Assistant for Football is a term, time-limited position that assists in the day-to-day operation 
of the football equipment department. 

About the Work Unit:
Vanderbilt University’s Athletics Department prepares student-athletes to become leaders and champions 
in life by placing the highest values on integrity, character, sportsmanship and victory. Vanderbilt is a 
charter member of the Southeastern Conference and is the conference's only private school. The university 
fields 17 varsity teams (6 men's teams and 11 women's teams), 15 of which compete in the Southeastern 
Conference.

Key Functions and Expected Performance:
1. Assists football equipment staff in the set up and support of football practices
2. Provide on-field support to players and coaches during practices times
3. Help with home football game day set up and operation
4. Assist with sorting and stocking equipment and apparel 
5. Assist with storing and repairing equipment
6. Help football equipment managers with issuing players/coaches equipment when needed
7. Assist with laundry duties as needed
8. Performs other duties as assigned 

Education and Certifications:
• A High School diploma is necessary; A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
 

Experience and Skills:
• High level of organizational skills and multi-tasking abilities is necessary.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as events require is necessary.
• Knowledge of NCAA and SEC rules and regulations are preferred.

At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.