The Wesleyan Athletic Department, located in the Freeman Athletic Center, a state-of-the-art-facility, is a member of the prestigious New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC). They sponsor 30 varsity sports and believe athletics plays an integral part in a Wesleyan scholar–athlete’s liberal arts education. Highly trained and dedicated faculty-coaches, administrators and staff work collaboratively and tirelessly to assist student-athletes in reaching their academic and athletic goals.
Reporting to the Equipment Room Manager, the Athletic Operations Coordinator will assist the department’s effort in providing quality customer service to students, faculty, staff and external clients as well as provide equipment room services for students/athletes in all aspects of an intercollegiate athletics program.
Responsibilities include:
Equipment & Facility Operations
Assist with laundering team uniforms.
Issue athletic equipment to sports teams.
Maintain and update electronic inventory of athletic equipment.
Assist with athletic equipment repair and maintenance.
Assist with supervising the use of athletic facilities.
Responsible for opening the Freeman Athletic Center and securing facilities at closing.
Monitor work-study personnel on weeknights and weekends.
Serve as desk monitor for both the main building entrance and fitness center.
Event & Rental Management
Supervise rental events, ensuring a clean, safe, and secure environment.
Provide on-site event support and troubleshoot operational issues as they arise.
Interface with rental clients and members of the Wesleyan community.
Assist with execution of the emergency medical plan during rental and campus events.
Assist with daily and evening oversight of the Freeman Athletic Center, including resolving facility and scheduling conflicts.
Contest Management
Assist with coordination and execution of intercollegiate athletic contests.
Assist with preparing facilities for home competitions, including setup and breakdown of equipment, benches, scorer’s tables, and signage.
Other duties as assigned.
This is an on-campus position.
This position is 0.97FTE and works 1885hrs per year.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience in an athletics or related setting or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge of athletic facilities and equipment.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
Strong communication skills across multiple constituencies.
Ability to exercise independent judgment.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Ability to work collaboratively with coaches, student-athletes, administrators, alumni, and campus partners.
Demonstrated commitment to working in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds, climb ladders, assemble and disassemble equipment with or without accommodation.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree.
Experience with event and facility management.
Familiarity with NCAA Division III and NESCAC regulations.
Experience with athletic equipment maintenance.
Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
Additional Applicant Instructions:
Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume.
First review of applications will begin on June 5, 2026.
Compensation: $22.41 - $25.95/hr.
Work Location: On CampusAll offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.
Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.
Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University’s Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html.
Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html
Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.
Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at: https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1 year of experience in an athletics or related setting
- Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
What We Do
Wesleyan University is a private liberal arts and sciences university located in Middletown, Connecticut, dedicated to providing a well-rounded education through research and community engagement.
