Athletic Trainer

Posting Details

Title Information

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full Time

Minimum Salary or Salary Range

$50,000

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid?

Onsite

Position Details

Posting Details

Title Information

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full Time

Minimum Salary or Salary Range

$50,000

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid?

Onsite

Position Details

Position Information

| Posting Number | NC0022025 | | Working Title | Athletic Trainer | | Department Org | 150200 - Athletic Training | | Why should you work at UCA? |
We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni—who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work!

At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Participation in university-wide remote work days may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job-specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary. Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership and equipment rentals. | | Position Summary |
The University of Central Arkansas Athletic Trainer position is
responsible for providing athletic training services within the 19 Div. I
intercollegiate athletic programs. Specific medical coverage
assignment will be with Women Soccer and Softball. The athletic
program is in the NCAA- Div. I ASUN Conference. | | Job Duties and Responsibilities |
The University of Central Arkansas (UCA) invites applications for a
full time 12-month Athletic Trainer position through the athletic
department. The university is committed to creating a culture that
embraces diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity. Successful
candidate(s) will provide medical coverage to Division I student-
athletes. Medical coverage assignment will be with women soccer and
softball. Summer assignments as assigned by the head athletic trainer. | | Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities | | | Skills Considered Essential for Success |
-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
-Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
-Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
-Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
-Ability to make sound judgments.
-Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
-Civility in all interactions.
-Demonstrate effective follow-up. | | Required Education and/or Experience |
Must be certified by the BOC and have a completed master’s degree
by the date of appointment in athletic training, kinesiology, sports
medicine or related field. | | Preferred Education and/or Experience |
Preferred qualifications are 2 years experience as a practicing certified,
licensed athletic trainer and experience as a preceptor or mentoring
students. | | University, Campus, and Community Description |
Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of nearly 10,000, of which more than 20% are graduate students. The university offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in six disciplines. The undergraduate student body consistently scores above the national average on the ACT exam. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions to research, scholarship, and creative activities. UCA seeks to attract students and employees that are dedicated to building a culture of diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity. | | Desired start date | 07/01/2025 |

Position Summary and Qualifications

| License(s)/Certifications |
BOC and Arkansas State License required | | Physical Demands Checklist | | | Physical Exertion | |

Posting Detail Information

| Background Check Statement |
This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. | | UCA EEO Statement |
The University of Central Arkansas is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution dedicated to attracting and supporting a diverse student, faculty and staff population through enhanced multicultural learning environments and opportunities. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs. | | Open Date | 01/09/2025 | | Close Date | 02/28/2025 | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants |
A complete application will contain:
1. A Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Evidence of BOC certification and eligibility for Arkansas licensure
4. Contact information for three (3) references.

Review of applications will begin on Jan.10th 2025 and continue until
the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

Applicants can contact David Strickland for questions:
strick@uca.edu, 501-450-5089 |

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application 3. License or Certification

Optional Documents 1. Unofficial Transcripts 2. Other Document 3. Additional Documents