Assistant Athletics Trainer for Football

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

PG194908EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Assistant Athletics Trainer for Football

Anticipated Hiring Range

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

PG194908EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Assistant Athletics Trainer for Football

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule

M-F 8am-5pm with nights, weekend and holidays as needed.

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Athletics

About the Department

The mission of the NC State University Department of Athletics is to prepare student-athletes to compete at the highest level and to inspire them to be leaders now and for the future by providing the best environment to achieve their athletic, academic, and personal aspirations as well as providing support for the professional development of our coaches and staff, all within the role of the greater institutional relationships to the University. The Sports Medicine Department is responsible for providing medical care for student athletes.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review ourEmployee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuitionand Academic Assistance
• And so much more!
  
  

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcarebenefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

This position serves as an Athletic Trainer to assigned team.

Responsibilities include: care of student-athletes, to include prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of the injured student-athletes under the supervision of the Medical Director; assisting with preparation of budget requests and managing inventory of supplies for athletic training facility operations; interfacing with coaches regarding injured student-athletes; following the NATA Code of Ethics; remaining current on all state and national requirements for license renewal; agreeing to comply with all University, ACC, and NCAA bylaws and legislation; supervises student workers and Graduate Assistants; assisting in the daily operation of the athletic training facility; ensuring proper use of equipment and facilities by student-athletes; working with Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and the Medical Director in providing proper evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injured student-athletes; maintaining medical records on student-athletes to include physical examinations, insurance information and injury evaluation reports; attending scheduled team practices and events, including traveling with teams, as assigned; providing emergency care when indicated; assisting with maintenance of athletic training facility equipment; and assisting with annual physical examinations and drug testing program.

This position will serve as an Athletic Trainer in the Department of Athletics for assigned sport(s). The Athletic Trainer is responsible for performing duties associated with the care of student-athletes, per the five major professional practice domains, under the supervision of the Team Physician.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Works with the Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and Team Physicians in providing comprehensive healthcare to our student-athletes
• Injury and illness prevention and wellness promotion
• Examination, assessment and diagnosis
• Immediate and emergency care
• Therapeutic intervention
• Performs and takes responsibility for health care administrative duties assigned
• Maintains medical records on student-athletes to include physical examinations and screenings, insurance information, injury evaluation and treatment records
• Attends scheduled meetings, team practices and events, including traveling with assigned team(s) and assist with providing secondary and conflict coverage
• Assists in operating the athletic training room/sports medicine facilities
• Assists with maintenance of athletic training room/sports medicine facility equipment
• Ensures proper use of equipment and facilities by student-athletes
• Assists with annual physical examinations and drug testing program
• Assists with preparation of budget requests and managing inventory of supplies for athletic training room/sports medicine operations
• Interfaces with coaches regarding injured student-athletes
• Appropriately communicates with members of administration and Pack Performance members, regarding participation status of student-athletes
• Agrees to follow and comply with: NATA Code of Ethics, BOC Standards of Professional Practice, and Disciplinary Guidelines and Procedures, continuing competence (education) requirements, and all additional regulatory agency statutes, University, ACC, and NCAA bylaws, guidelines, legislation, and mandates
• Remains current and compliant with all state and national requirements for certification and licensure
• Perform other duties as requested by the Sr. Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and Head Athletic Trainer
• Sport assignment may be changed at the discretion of the Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine in coordination with the Department of Athletics

Other Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as requested by the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine.

Qualifications

| Minimum Education and Experience |
- Bachelor’s Degree.

| | Other Required Qualifications |
- Computer competency. - Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Master’s degree preferred. - Division I/Pro Football experience preferred.

| | Required License(s) or Certification(s) |
- NATABOC Certification - Must be eligible for NC Board of Athletic Training license.

| | Valid NC Driver's License required | No | | Commercial Driver's License required | No |

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

| Job Open Date | 09/23/2026 | | Anticipated Close Date | 10/07/2026 | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
Please be prepared to attach a resume and separate document containing contact information for 3 professional references.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. |

Position Details

| Position Number | 00103959 | | Position Type | EPS/SAAO | | Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) | 1.00 | | Appointment | 12 Month Recurring | | Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather | Mandatory - Adverse Weather | | Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events | Mandatory - Medical Emergencies | | Department ID | 106001 - Athletics - Student Welfare & Development | | EEO |
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you learn of this opportunity?

   • NCSU Website
   • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
   • NCSU Executive Search Services
   • Monster.com
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Other Online Job Board
   • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
   • Job / Career Fair
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Professional Journal
   • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
   • Radio / Television Advertisement
   • Professional Organization
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
   • NCSU Employee Referral
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
   • Other

2. (Open Ended Question)

3. * Do you have (or will you have by date of hire) a bachelor's degree or higher?

   • Yes
   • No

4. * Do you have NATABOC Certification?

   • yes
   • no

5. * Do you have current (or are you eligible for) licensure by the North Carolina Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners? 

(Open Ended Question)

1. * The NCAA requires disclosure of certain relationships between potential employees and student athletes and their families as well as recruits and their families. Please check if you are any of the following:

   • A parent/legal guardian of a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • A relative of a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • A high school/ college coach who works with football or basketball (men’s or women’s).
   • A strength coach or personal trainer who works with a football or basketball (men’s or women’s) recruit or current NC State student-athlete.
   • None of the above.

2. (Open Ended Question)

Application Materials Required

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter

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