Assistant Athletic Training

Intercollegiate Athletics

Search 1852 - Posted July 3, 2024

Emporia State University currently has a vacant position within our Intercollegiate Athletics department for an Assistant Athletic Trainer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

PRIMARY TRAINING DUTIES: 

• Provide athletic training services for the intercollegiate athletic programs including home and away team practice and game coverage.
• Assist in the management of the operations of the athletic training rooms.
• Give guidance to graduate level athletic training students in our accredited athletic training program.
• Conduct rehabilitation activities for injured student-athletes.
• Administer daily evaluations, preventative exercises, emergency care, treatments, and rehabilitative sessions.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES: 

• Keep accurate records of athletes' injuries, treatment, and medication.
• Ensure program records, medical histories, and insurance information is collected and organized.
• Serve as a liaison to team physicians, medical specialists, student-athletes, and parents.
• Manage the flow of information and answer questions.
   

PUBLIC RELATIONS DUTIES: 

• Work with physicians, other athletic trainers, and student-athletes to deliver comprehensive athletic training techniques and treatments, ensuring safety and high quality performance.
• Collaborate with masters of athletic training program instructors to ensure high-level learning and experiences for athletic training students.
   

MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES: 

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the athletic training room.
• Report necessary repairs as needed to ensure the athletic training facility is fully operational.
• Perform all other duties assigned by Head Athletic Trainer.
   

COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Compliance with the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, and the MIAA is of paramount importance.
• The overall responsibility of this position is for the successful operation of the program in full compliance with all such rules and regulations.
• As a condition of employment, the employee shall be required to participate in rules education programs offered by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics.



• Perform related duties as required.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of experience.
• BOC certification.
• Eligible for athletic trainer licensure in Kansas.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Excellent communication skills, and ability to interact with a variety of athletes, coaches, and public in the higher education environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in related field preferred.

COMPENSATION:

• Salary:  $43,500 – $65,000 annually 
• Qualifications and previous experience will be considered for placement of base rank and salary. 

BENEFITS:

Base pay is one component of Emporia State University’s total rewards package. We are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family that include:

• Health Insurance
• Free Dental insurance for employees
• Retirement through the Kansas Board of Regents
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 31 days paid vacation and holiday days
• Tuition reduction and tuition assistance
• Dependent tuition waiver
• For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit here. 

APPLY:

To apply, upload a letter of application, unofficial transcripts, resume, and at least three (3) references here. 

Consideration of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hire.

For more information

Jose Pavon

HR Professional

jpavon@emporia.edu

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.