Athletic Trainer (22611)

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Position Vacancy Announcement

 

Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer.

Responsibilities

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Position Vacancy Announcement

 

Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer.

Responsibilities

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This position assists in direction of the sports medicine program, to include aide in injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs and counseling of student-athletes; Assists the head athletic trainer in coordinating all intercollegiate sports medicine activities at the University within the framework of the NCAA, conference, Board of Trustees (BOT) and University policies, to include, but not limited to appropriate application of emergency procedures, providing first aid, documentation of care and communication with coaches and physicians; and Performs other duties as assigned by the Deputy Athletic Director and Vice President/Director of Athletics.

 

 

Responsible for specific sport responsibilities, including attendance at team practices, home and away competitions, athletic training room supervision and injury management of team members; Assists in education of athletic staff in areas of student-athlete health and well-being, such as injury prevention, concussion protocols, nutrition and hydration; Performs job responsibilities in accordance with NCAA rules and regulations and Title IX; and Performs job with a commitment to institutional customer service expectations.

Minimum Qualifications

 

Bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization and three years of related experience as an athletic trainer; or master's degree in appropriate area of specialization and one year of related experience. Must possess or be able to obtain the National Athletic Trainer Association Certificate.

Recommended Competencies

 

Knowledge of academic resources available to students;

Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply NCAA and Division rules and regulations;

Ability to demonstrate critical thinking based upon in-depth data, substantiating information, considering and respecting others input and personal values and ethics;

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;

Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations;

Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, goals and objectives;

Knowledge of current best practices in sports medicine and physical fitness; and

Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles and practices.

Pay Plan

 

This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.

Conditions of Employment

 

Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

 

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

 

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.

How To Apply

 

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.

Reasonable Accommodation

 

If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.

Equal Opportunity/Access

 

Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer including minorities, Veterans’, and individuals with disabilities. The university supports the Florida Board of Governor’s “Statement of Free Expression”; activities protected under the First Amendment to the United States Constitution and Article 1 of the State Constitution. Expressive activities protected do not include defamatory or commercial speech.”

Time Limited Position

 

This position is "time-limited".  Time limited positions are funded by a contract or grant, auxiliaries and local funds having a defined expiration date. Persons hired in such positions are eligible to attain permanent status with the University but are not entitled to retention rights in the event of the expiration and/or non-renewal of the contract or grant.

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