Assistant Athletic Trainer - Spirit Squad

Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Assistant Athletic Trainer - Spirit Squad

Department

Athletics-0850

Requisition Number

S_260675

Posting Open Date

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Assistant Athletic Trainer - Spirit Squad

Department

Athletics-0850

Requisition Number

S_260675

Posting Open Date

08/19/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

08/26/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Description of Work

Perform a variety of duties involved in the administration, evaluation, treatment, care, and rehabilitation of student-athletes within the University of Nebraska Athletic Department. The focus of responsibilities will be with the Nebraska Spirit Squad including practice and event coverage, and any required travel. Working with the teams will involve some non-traditional hours, nights, weekends, some holidays. Adherence to all NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations will be required.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.

EEO Statement

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Professional degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a CAATE accredited program).
• BOC/NATA certification and ability to obtain Nebraska State licensure required. Emergency response certification (CPR, basic life support) necessary.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of experience as full-time certified athletic trainer within NCAA or professional athletics preferred.
• Previous experience providing treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to student-athletes in a Division 1 program preferred.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Yes

Physical Required

No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes

Posted Salary

$54,000/yr. minimum

How to Apply

Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Brandon Yoder
byoder@huskers.com

Job Category (old)

Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No

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Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References

Optional Documents

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