Associate Athletic Trainer

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CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun.

Major Duties

Under the general guidance and supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Health & Wellness, Director of Athletics, and Team Physicians, the Associate Athletic Trainer supports comprehensive sports medicine services through injury care, medical coordination, recordkeeping, and daily clinic operations while contributing to athlete wellbeing and performance outcomes across intercollegiate programs.

• Assist in all aspects of prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for approximately 370 student-athletes.
• Maintain updated files and accurate medical records of the following: athletic injuries, medical insurance, medical history, injury referrals, conditioning programs, schedules, and other necessary data.
• Coordinate clinical and physician appointments between the athlete and SHC or outside referral.
• Assist with ordering supplies and equipment; Assist with determining what medical supplies and equipment to purchase to ensure the Sports Medicine Clinics are operationally functional and well-equipped to treat injured student-athletes.
• Provide clinical instruction to Kinesiology Athletic Education Program students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun.

Major Duties

Under the general guidance and supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Health & Wellness, Director of Athletics, and Team Physicians, the Associate Athletic Trainer supports comprehensive sports medicine services through injury care, medical coordination, recordkeeping, and daily clinic operations while contributing to athlete wellbeing and performance outcomes across intercollegiate programs.

• Assist in all aspects of prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for approximately 370 student-athletes.
• Maintain updated files and accurate medical records of the following: athletic injuries, medical insurance, medical history, injury referrals, conditioning programs, schedules, and other necessary data.
• Coordinate clinical and physician appointments between the athlete and SHC or outside referral.
• Assist with ordering supplies and equipment; Assist with determining what medical supplies and equipment to purchase to ensure the Sports Medicine Clinics are operationally functional and well-equipped to treat injured student-athletes.
• Provide clinical instruction to Kinesiology Athletic Education Program students.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

*NOTE: To view the full position description, including all of the required qualifications, copy and paste this link into your browser: https://mycsun.box.com/s/3nyd7i4w8y61...

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in athletic training, physical education, kinesiology, or related field of study or combination of education and experience, which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field, preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience (as a certified athletic trainer) in a high school or Intercollegiate Athletics, Division I. Athletic training experience with both women’s and men’s teams is preferred. Classroom or clinical teaching experience in an accredited undergraduate curriculum preferred.
• Possession of a CPR/AED and Board of Certification (BOC) certification for Athletic Trainer is required.
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of athletic injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation techniques, with the ability to make sound clinical judgments and develop effective, individualized recovery programs that support safe return-to-play outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with sports medicine staff, coaches, and student-athletes, and delivering quality care in both practice and competitive environments, including travel coverage.
• Knowledge of medical documentation standards and electronic health record systems, with the ability to maintain accurate, confidential records and efficiently track athlete health information, insurance details, and care plans in compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Strong coordination and administrative skills, including the ability to schedule medical appointments, communicate injury status and treatment plans across multidisciplinary teams, and effectively manage inventory, supplies, and equipment to ensure clinic readiness and continuity of care.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: 8185 / Associate Athletic Trainer / 1
  
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $ 5200 – $ 5419 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $ 4908 - $ 7150 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.
• The individual hired for this role will physically work on-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position.

General Information

• Applications received through April 30, 2026 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint clearance (LiveScan).
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Talent Acquisition at 818-677-2101.

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