University of South Alabama hiring Equipment Specialist – 003510 in Mobile, AL

Position Number 003510

Position Title Equipment Specialist – 003510

Division Academic Affairs

Department 440800 – Health, Kinesiology, and Sport

Minimum Qualifications

High school or equivalent and three years of experience in the repair and maintenance of athletic equipment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Description Summary

The University of South Alabama’s department of Health, Kinesiology, and Sport is seeking to hire an Equipment Specialist. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

• Serves as a key contributor to the daily operations of the Health, Kinesiology, and Sport ( HKS ) building by supporting academic, instructional, and facility-related processes.
• Helps ensure the effective functioning of the building through equipment oversight, supply and logistics coordination, classroom support, and general operational assistance for faculty, staff, and student.
• Supports the day-to-day operational needs of the HKS building including monitoring, maintaining, and coordinating the use, repair, and replacement of instructional media, copier, and other departmental equipment.
• Maintains inventory of activity program equipment, materials, and supplies and assists with ordering, stocking, distribution, and organization as needed to support academic and administrative functions of the department.
• Provides logistical support for academic and activity classes, meetings, and special events, including room and equipment setup, supply coordination, and readiness of instructional spaces.
• Assists faculty and staff with operational needs related to teaching, learning, and program delivery.
• Helps ensure that classrooms, storage areas, and shared-use spaces are organized, functional, and appropriately supplied.
• Assists with building access, safety, security awareness, and general facility support.
• Conducts a weekly visual inspection of the building/facilities for maintenance and safety needs, relaying reports to the maintenance department for service.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
• Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date 05/05/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Working Days Monday – Friday

Working Hours 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Job Location Main Campus

Full-time or Part-Time Full Time

Regular or Temporary Regular