Assistant Athletic Trainer

Position Information

Assistant Athletic Trainer 
Full-Time, 10-month (1.0 FTE)
Position Number: 00104613
(Internal/External)

Position Description
The assistant athletic trainer reports to the head athletic trainer. The successful candidate is responsible for assisting in the management and of the sports medicine program. Candidate will primarily assist with football and track and field. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to assist with the development of the sports medicine program for VCSU, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs, and counseling for student-athletes. Assists with home event coverage; some travel may be required; preparation/coverage of practice/competitions. Assists with athletic training room inventory and supplies and maintain medical records. The candidate will supervise VCSU and NDSU students while providing strong leadership and mentoring. Candidate must demonstrate the ability to work closely with KHP department faculty for student field experience, and coaching staff.

Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree, BOC Certification, and eligibility for ND license are required.  

Preferred Qualifications
A master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field, experience working with diverse populations, and experience in providing clinical supervision, instruction, and evaluation of athletic training students are preferred.

Position Information

Assistant Athletic Trainer 
Full-Time, 10-month (1.0 FTE)
Position Number: 00104613
(Internal/External)

Position Description
The assistant athletic trainer reports to the head athletic trainer. The successful candidate is responsible for assisting in the management and of the sports medicine program. Candidate will primarily assist with football and track and field. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to assist with the development of the sports medicine program for VCSU, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs, and counseling for student-athletes. Assists with home event coverage; some travel may be required; preparation/coverage of practice/competitions. Assists with athletic training room inventory and supplies and maintain medical records. The candidate will supervise VCSU and NDSU students while providing strong leadership and mentoring. Candidate must demonstrate the ability to work closely with KHP department faculty for student field experience, and coaching staff.

Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor's degree, BOC Certification, and eligibility for ND license are required.  

Preferred Qualifications
A master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field, experience working with diverse populations, and experience in providing clinical supervision, instruction, and evaluation of athletic training students are preferred.

Compensation
$41,000-$46,000 and is commensurate on experience.  Paid ND State licensure, NAIA Membership and professional development annually. Optional opportunity to earn extra compensation throughout the year including tournaments and summer camps. 

Benefits
VCSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums fully paid for by the university – with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, and EAP. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans. Click here for more information.

Application Information
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. A criminal background check will be conducted on all hires. Submit your application materials online including cover letter, resume, and contact information for references. Preference given to applications received on or before May 11, 2026, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. 

Additional Information
For more information, or for accommodations contact: human.resources@vcsu.edu. For North Dakota Relay Services, go to: https://www.relaynorthdakota.com/. This position is subject to the North Dakota Veteran's Preference procedure. Proof of eligibility includes a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability. 

Valley City State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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