Athletic Trainer (Track & Field)

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number S3711P Home Org Name Athletic Sports Medicine Division Name Director Intercollegiate Athletics Position Title Athletic Trainer (Track & Field) Job Class Code BB03I/II/III Appointment Status Full-time Part-time FTE Limited Term No Limited Term Length Job Summary

Auburn University Athletics is excited to begin the search for an Athletic Trainer to join the team! The individual in this position provides preventative and rehabilitative health care for student athletes. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: care, prevention, rehabilitation, and counseling of student-athletes; assists in other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine; assists the Director in coordination and supervision of the sports medicine program at the university athletic department.

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Essential Functions

• Supervises practices including preparing athletes for practices, workouts, and games.

• Supervises the rehabilitation protocol of injured athletes as prescribed by the team physician and instructs the athlete in proper rehabilitation procedures.

• Assists coaches with organizing and implementing conditioning programs for student athletes, as well as nutritional concerns.

• Provides first aid and recovery healthcare to student athletes including assessing injuries, treatment and referral to appropriate physician.

• Assists with pre-season physical examinations and physical fitness screening.

• Coordinates the day-to-day operations of athletic training room.

• Assists with the compilation, input, organization, and maintenance of all student athlete medical records.

• Performs administrative functions related providing health care for student athletes as needed.

• Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Southeastern Conference (SEC) regulations in the performance of job duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Degree in Athletic Training, Exercise Science (with an emphasis in athletic training), or related field which leads to athletic training certification.

Level I Bachelor's degree

Level II Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience in preventing, assessing and treating athletic injuries.

Level III Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of experience in preventing, assessing and treating athletic injuries.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:

Graduate degrees accepted in lieu of experience for advanced levels, at a rate of one year relevant education per year of required experience.

Certification or Licensure Requirements:

Must be certified by the National Trainers' Association Board and eligible to be licensed in the State of Alabama by the Alabama Board of Athletic Training

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications

None Required.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range $39,500 - $85,500 Job Category Athletics Support Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 06/20/2024 Closing Date EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

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• Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.

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• Please select the answer that best describes your current employment relationship with Auburn University:

• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee within probationary period

• Current full-time Auburn or AUM employee outside of probationary period

• Current part-time Auburn or AUM employee

• Not an Auburn or AUM employee

• Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Exercise Science (with an emphasis in athletic training), or a related field which leads to athletic training certification?

• Yes

• No

• Are you certified by the National Trainers' Association Board and eligible to be licensed in the State of Alabama by the Alabama Board of Athletic Training?

• Yes

• No