Associate Athletic Trainer

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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

MSUAASF Range B

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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

MSUAASF Range B

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Working Title

Associate Athletic Trainer

Hire Type

Staff

Division

President's Office

Department

Athletics

Unit

Athletics

Location

SCSU Main Campus, 720 Fouth Avenue South, St. Cloud, MN 56301

FLSA

Exempt

Full/Part Time

Full Time

FTE

1

Employment Condition

Probationary

Work Shift

Varies

Work Schedule/Hours/Days

Varies

Posting Details

The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (

DEI

) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment.

DEI

values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative .

SCSU

expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.

*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Association of Administrative and Service Faculty (

MSUAASF

) which can be found here .

Salary Minimum

Salary Maximum

Salary Type

Annual

Bargaining Unit/Plan

211, MSUAASF

Job Description

The Associate Athletic Trainer oversees assigned sports, provides injury prevention, completes medical evaluations, and provides treatment and rehabilitation to student-athletes. This position works directly with student-athletes to refer them to the proper medical personnel for continuing care. They work cooperatively with staff, coaches and department personnel, and assist other staff Athletic Trainers in the management of all athletic team medical coverage. They also help supervise and mentor graduate assistant athletic training staff.

Responsibilities

Oversight of assigned sports programs; serve as the primary athletic trainer for assigned sports programs.

Assist in hiring, training, supervising and managing a team of certified Athletic Trainers (graduate, undergraduate, and interns) in order to deliver educational and health care services to student-athletes.

Develop programming for

SCSU

student-athletes, staff, and coaches related to injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, mental health, lifetime health, nutrition, sleep, and other current topics in sports medicine.

Assist sport program coaches and strength and conditioning staff in modifying exercises and practices and developing rehab in the best interest of student-athlete health; develop relationships with local health providers and serve as the main contact with SCSU’s team physician(s) and providers to advocate for best possible medical treatment.

Maintain secure health records for all student-athletes, including eligibility clearances and injuries; file claims forms and supply documentation for insurance management; maintain current injury evaluation and rehabilitation documentation.

Assist coaches and strength and conditioning staff in developing pre-habilitation programs and modifying existing conditioning/weight programs for injured athletes; work in concert with coaches and strength and conditioning staff to identify sport-specific programs; work directly with student-athletes to ensure conditioning/weight programs are adequate.

Maintain clear communication with doctors, coaches, parents and athletes to provide the best possible medical treatment protocols; work directly with student-athletes and parents to navigate insurance and facilitate necessary medical appointment scheduling.

Supervise Athletic Training Students in the ATEP’s clinical practicum.

Perform other duties as necessary to build support for and add value to the objectives and goals of the University, department of Athletics, and Athletic Training/Sports Medicine unit.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training

One year of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in the public or private sector in the areas of secondary, collegiate, or professional athletics

NATA

-

BOC

certification, Current or eligible for MN Medical Board – Athletic Training Licensure

Current

CPR

and

AED

certifications required

Knowledge and skills required by the

NATA

-

BOC

to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Certified Athletic Trainer, which include, but are not limited to:

pathology of injuries and illness

orthopedic clinical examination and diagnosis

acute care of injury and illness

pharmacology

therapeutic modalities

conditioning and rehabilitative exercise

medical conditions and disabilities

nutritional aspects of injury and illness

psychosocial intervention and referral

health care administration

professional development and responsibility

Must exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills; establish effective goal-oriented relationships with coaches, staff, and student-athletes; speak in groups of various sizes

Demonstrate clinical and administrative effectiveness and ability to advise faculty, coaches, and students

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with the local medical community

Demonstrate knowledge of insurance requirements and procedures

Must be available for overnight and weekend travel

Evidence of demonstrated ability to work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree

One to three years of professional experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in the public or private sector in the areas of secondary, collegiate or professional athletics

Other Requirements

About

Founded in 1869, St. Cloud State is an award-winning regional public university and proud member of the Minnesota State Universities & Colleges system. The 100-acre campus is about an hour northwest of Minneapolis and St. Paul, along the oak-crowned west bank of the Mississippi River. St. Cloud State students prepare for life, work and citizenship by exploring the world around them and making it better. St. Cloud State employees value active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability, and global and cultural understanding. These commitments complement more than 200 majors, minors and pre-professional programs, 60 graduate programs and 250 student clubs and organizations. St. Cloud State began as a normal school in 1869 and became St. Cloud State Teachers College in 1921. Bachelor’s degrees were first offered in 1925. Master’s degrees debuted in 1957. In 1975, the institution became St. Cloud State University. In recent years, the University added applied doctoral programs in Higher Education Administration and Educational Administration and Leadership. A diverse mix of students from Midwestern towns and U.S. metropolitan areas are learning alongside more than 1,000 international students from about 80 nations.

Additional information on St. Cloud State University can be found here

Benefits Info

GREAT

BENEFITS

PACKAGE

! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

Posting Detail Information

| Posting Number | 24-00031 | | Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Re-posting | No | | Desired Start Date | 07/01/2024 | | Position End Date (if temporary) | | | Open Date | 05/09/2024 | | Close Date | 06/07/2024 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Accept Applications | Yes | | Special Instructions Summary | | | Posting Contact | | | Equal Employment Opportunity Statement |
St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBT, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121 |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How did you learn about this employment opportunity?

   • SCSU Job Opportunities
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Chronicle of Higher Ed
   • GovernmentJobs.com
   • MinnesotaWorks.net
   • Personal Contact- Invited to Apply
   • Other

2. Have you worked at St. Cloud State University or any Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System institutions in the past?

   • Yes
   • Yes, Current Employee
   • No

3. (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents 1. Resume/CV 2. Cover Letter 3. Unofficial Bachelor's Transcript 4. Contact Information for 3 Professional References Optional Documents 1. Unofficial Master's Transcript

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