Football Athletic Trainer

EXPIRED

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S3780P

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S3780P

Home Org Name

Athletic Sports Medicine

Division Name

Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Position Title

Football Athletic Trainer

Job Class Code

BB19, BB03 A-C

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Auburn Athletics is excited to begin the search for a

Football Athletic Trainer

to assist the Director of Sports Medicine in supervising and mentoring certified athletic trainers associated with Auburn University’s athletic training program and providing preventative and rehabilitative health care for student-athletes.

Why Should

YOU

Choose Auburn University?

Auburn University was named a “Best in Alabama” employer by Forbes!

Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years.

Competitive state benefits

including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity.

Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents.

Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver.

It’s a Lifestyle:

The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!

Our Commitment:

Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Essential Functions

Athletic Trainer

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

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

Performs administrative functions related providing health care for student athletes as needed. Provides first aid and recovery healthcare to student athletes including assessing injuries, treatment and referral to appropriate physician.

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

Complies with all applicable National Collegiate Athletic Association (

NCAA

) and Southeastern Conference (

SEC

) regulations in the performance of job duties.

Senior Athletic Trainer

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

Oversees the day to day operations of the athletic training room and assists the Director of Sports Medicine in his absence.

Assists in pre and post season physical examinations and physical fitness screenings, plus report all findings to the team physician.

Assist with managing budgeting and billing activities.

Provide first aid and recovery healthcare to student athletes including evaluation of injuries, treatment, and referrals to the Team Physician or the appropriate physician.

Counsels and educates student athletes regarding athletic injuries, treatment, and rehabilitation as well as performs a variety of administrative functions related to providing healthcare to the student athletes.

Assists with organization, input, compilation, and maintenance of all student athlete medical records and conducts chart audits of medical records.

Assists coaches with organizing and implementing injury prevention and conditioning programs for student athletes, as well as assisting the Sports Dietitian with all nutritional concerns.

Assists with the supervision and management of the Sports Medicine program. 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 which leads to athletic training certification

**Athletic Trainer

Level I**

• Bachelor’s degree
• The salary range for this position is $39,500-$63,200

Level II

• Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of experience in preventing, assessing and treating athletic injuries
• The salary range for this position is $45,400-$72,600

Level III

• Bachelor’s degree plus 4 years of experience in preventing, assessing and treating athletic injuries
• The salary range for this position is $50,300-$85,500

Senior Athletic Trainer

• Bachelor’s degree plus 10 years of experience in assessing, prevention, and treatment of athletic injuries.
• The salary range for this position is $55,800-$100,400 |

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
- Knowledge of injury assessment and athletic rehabilitation practices and procedures | | Minimum Technology Skills | | | Minimum License and Certifications |
Athletic Trainer

• 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.

Senior Athletic Trainer

• 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 and must have certification in one of the following specialty areas: Performance Enhancement Specialist Certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine; Corrective Exercise Specialist Certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine; Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association; Active Release Technique Certification; Graston Technique Certification; Myofascial Release Certification; Knieso Taping Certification by Knieso Taping Association International. |

Desired Qualifications

| Desired Qualifications | |

Posting Detail Information

| Salary Range | $39,500-$100,400 | | Job Category | Athletics Support | | Working Hours if Non-Traditional | | | City position is located in: | Auburn | | State position is located: | AL | | List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position | | | Posting Date | 07/17/2024 | | 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. | | Special Instructions to Applicants | | | Quick Link for Internal Postings | https://www.auemployment.com/postings... |

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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

   • LinkedIn
   • AcademicKeys
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • DiversityJobs
   • HigherEdJobs
   • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • Indeed
   • RecruitMilitary
   • The Tuskegee News
   • Professional organization or journal
   • Veterans Assistance Services
   • Disability Assistance Services
   • State Employment Service
   • Social Media
   • AU Job Bulletin
   • Notified by an Auburn employee
   • College or university Career Services
   • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
   • Other

2. * 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

3. * 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

4. * 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