Donterian Oliver

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Detail-oriented Football Equipment Manager with hands-on experience supporting professional football operations through expert equipment management, logistics coordination, and player support. Proven ability to oversee inventory control, gear maintenance, game-day preparation, and travel logistics. Currently contributing to the reigning IFL National Champion Arizona Rattlers’ success through football equipment operations, player personnel support, and video analysis. Known for leadership, operational efficiency, and dedication to player safety and readiness.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Football Assistant Equipment Manager

Arizona Rattlers

Glendale, AZ

03.2023 - Current

Manage all daily football equipment operations for the team, including fitting, issuing, maintaining, and inventorying gear, uniforms, and footwear.
Ensure proper helmet and shoulder pad fitting to meet safety standards (NOCSAE compliance).
Set up and break down daily practice fields, including goalposts, drills equipment, hydration stations, and medical tents.
Prepare all game day setups, including field equipment, sideline logistics, and locker room organization.
Coordinate packing, transportation, and organization of team gear for away games, ensuring efficiency and zero loss.
Maintain detailed inventory records using tracking systems, reducing equipment loss and improving accountability.
Support player onboarding by managing equipment fittings and locker assignments for new athletes.
Conduct daily laundry operations for practice and game gear, ensuring prompt turnaround and player readiness.

Sales Coordinator

NCSA College Recruiting

Chicago, IL

11.2021 - 03.2023

Built strong client relationships with student-athletes and families through tailored recruiting solutions.
Managed scheduling and lead generation through Salesforce CRM, enhancing operational efficiency.
Conducted virtual presentations to demonstrate athletic recruiting platforms, maintaining a high conversion rate.
Developed transferable skills in communication, client service, and operational coordination under a high-volume workload.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports Management

Grand Canyon University

Phoenix, AZ

Skills

Football Equipment Operations & Inventory Management
Helmet and Shoulder Pad Fitting (NOCSAE Standards)
Game Day Setup, Breakdown, and Sideline Management
Travel Logistics and Packing Coordination
Uniform, Laundry, and Gear Maintenance
Player Personnel Support & Scouting
Video & Film Analysis
Vendor Coordination and Purchasing

AEMA Member
CRM (Salesforce, PeopleSoft)
Event and Camp Equipment Management
Video Systems: DVSport, Snipback
Software: Sportsoft MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Salesforce, PeopleSoft, Smartsheet
Tools: Adobe Illustrator, Acrobat, iSolved HCM, Unanet, ADP
Systems: WebEx, Box, Okta, Google Authenticator, Project Portfolio Management (PPM)

Projects

Social Media Marketing Project – Cleveland Browns, 2020, Led a strategic mock campaign to boost the Cleveland Browns’ social media engagement, driving simulated increases in fan interaction and ticket sales. Authority Football Skills Camp – Event & Equipment Coordinator, 2019, Coordinated event logistics and managed all football equipment setup and teardown for a community football camp. Oversaw sponsorship outreach, equipment distribution, and inventory, resulting in a highly successful, fully booked event with positive feedback.

References

Dante Moses, Running Backs Coach/Head Equipment Manager, Arizona Rattlers, dmoses@azrattlers.com, (206) 595-5660
Jeff Jarnigan, General Manager, Arizona Rattlers, jjarnigan@azrattlers.com, (408) 796-8562
Ben Hastreiter, Recruiting Coordinator Manager, NCSA, ben.hastreiter@ncsa.com, (260) 704-7513