Athletic Trainer

EXPIRED

Posting Details

Title Information

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full Time

Minimum Salary or Salary Range

$50,000

Position Details

Position Information

| Posting Number | NC0022024 | | Working Title | Athletic Trainer |

Posting Details

Title Information

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full Time

Minimum Salary or Salary Range

$50,000

Position Details

Position Information

| Posting Number | NC0022024 | | Working Title | Athletic Trainer | | Department Org | 150000 - Office-Director of Athletics | | 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, and 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 (HPER) 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 assignments may be in any of the following sports: men/women soccer, baseball/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 two (2) full time 12-month Athletic Trainer positions 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. No teaching responsibilities assigned. The first position will provide medical coverage to Cross Country in fall and Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field in the spring. | | 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 |
-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.

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. | | 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 | 07/01/2024 |

Position Summary and Qualifications

| License(s)/Certifications | | | Physical Demands Checklist | Sitting, Kneeling, Standing, Lifting/Carrying, Walking, Climbing | | Physical Exertion | Administrative Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds, Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds, Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds, Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds, Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds, Primarily outdoor work |

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 | 01/16/2024 | | Close Date | | | Open Until Filled | Yes | | Special Instructions to Applicants | |

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