Equipment Manager - Dash

Company Background

The Houston Dynamo Football Club (HDFC) is a multi-faceted organization dedicated to inspiring and supporting soccer participation and growth in Houston, TX and beyond. The Club’s brands include men's and women's professional teams - the Houston Dynamo (MLS) and Houston Dash (NWSL), a development academy, Houston Dynamo Dash Charities, as well as Shell Energy Stadium and Houston Sports Park. The Club has a rich history, including MLS Cup titles (2006, 2007) and in-season tournament championships for both the Dynamo (2018 & 2023) and Dash (2020) and is focused on building toward the next championships, inspiring and uniting the city of Houston through the sport of soccer and community outreach, and creating the most inclusive sporting experience and diverse fan base in the city and state.

Position Summary

The Houston Dash is currently in search of an equipment manager to oversee equipment and kit responsibilities for the first team. The position will work closely with Houston Dash equipment staff to fulfill all necessary responsibilities consistent to current operational standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role at the collegiate division I or professional level.

Training Day Responsibilities

• Oversee the responsibility for the day-to-day management and preparation of equipment needs for Houston Dash players and staff
• Help coaching staff/medical staff deliver equipment to the field prior to the start of training
• Setup and collection of training equipment
• Wash all training kits following training sessions
  
  

Match Day Responsibilities

• Setup the locker room prior to team arrival for the match
• Responsible for ensuring player and staff compliance with league equipment and kit regulations
• Assist with fulfilling any visiting team requests
• Organize clean-up following matches; including equipment, team bench areas, and locker rooms
  
  

Team Travel Responsibilities

• Coordinates with technical, medical, and administrative staff to ensure that all equipment-related travel logistics are organized. Including, but not limited to, match day equipment, training session equipment, opposing team communication, airport transfers and luggage
• Travels with the team for all away matches (pre-season, regular season, post-season)
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Determines the needs and generates purchase orders to acquire athletic and sports equipment.
• Ensure that the proper ordering and inventory are kept for team apparel and training equipment
• Oversee inventory and ordering of laundry supplies, shower supplies, other locker room needs, etc.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Knowledge of athletic, mechanical, and electronic equipment, supplies, and/or uniform repair.
• Knowledge of procurement, travel, and/or employment accounting procedures.
• Organizing and coordinating skills.
• Ability to lead, train, and functionally supervise staff and other employees.
• Ability to read, listen, and communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and complete duties and projects with minimal direct supervision.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under above-average pressure in meeting urgent deadlines.
• Ability to work long, irregular hours and weekends as dictated by event schedules and project timetables.
  
  

Minimum Job Requirements

• 1-2 years of equipment management experience at the collegiate or professional level
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that is above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and overnight travel
• Ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.