Football Athletic Trainer

POSITION TITLE: 

Football Athletic Trainer

COMPENSATION RANGE:

 66,428.00 - 66,428.00 USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:

 Professional Administrative

DEPARTMENT: 

Athletic Training

TARGET HIRE DATE:

POSITION TITLE: 

Football Athletic Trainer

COMPENSATION RANGE:

 66,428.00 - 66,428.00 USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:

 Professional Administrative

DEPARTMENT: 

Athletic Training

TARGET HIRE DATE:

 2/1/2025

BENEFITS: 

UNC’s Career Hub

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 12/23/2024.

Position Summary:

The intercollegiate athletics program is an integral part of the university striving to achieve the same standards
excellence in athletics that exist within academic programs. The program is concerned with the physical and
mental welfare of he student and strives to ensure that every athlete has the opportunity to succeed
academically and obtain a degree. Sports programs are a vital function of the University at large.

The Football Athletic Trainer reports to the Director of Sports Medicine and Senior
Associate Athletic Director/SWA and is responsible for assisting in the direction of all aspects of the athletic
training Program. This position exists to coordinate the prevention, management and rehabilitation of athletic
injuries sustained by student-athletes in all 15 varsity sport programs, serving as the primary athletic trainer for
selected sports. An emphasis with football experience is preferred.

Job Duties:

70% Prevent, provide acute treatment and rehabilitation for athletic injuries in student-athletes.
Major duties include:
- Serving as the primary athletic trainer for assigned sports including travel with teams
- Student-athlete education
- Assist with inventory, budget, purchasing, and other athletic training administrative functions
- Supervision of assistant athletic trainer & assist with staff performance evaluations.
- Coordinate all student athlete international insurance.

30% Educate and supervise athletic training students including competency sign-offs. Cooperate with the
Athletic Training Education Program administrative staff to assist with programs designed to
educate and train future athletic trainers.

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field or experience.

Two (2) years of athletic training experience is required. Experience at the Division I collegiate level
preferred.

NATA Certification required; Colorado Registration required; first-aid, CPR and AED certified

Basic computer skills required (Microsoft Office Windows), communication, problem solving,
management, supervisory and organizational skills, ability to work well under pressure; knowledge of
NCAA rules and regulations. Must be able to work nights and weekends as required.

Recommended - Documented teaching experience and approved clinical instructor experience.

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet’s Social Mobility Index,UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The University of Northern Colorado believes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is the pathway to achieving an inclusive community and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. UNC supports the growth of individuals who care about race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability – to honor the intersectionality of our campus. Please visit UNC’s Career Hubto learn more about UNC’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

AAEO Employer
The University of Northern Colorado is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to a culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body.

The University will not engage in unlawful discrimination in employment or educational services against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is the University’s policy to prohibit discrimination in employment or educational services on the basis of sexual orientation or political affiliation. The University will likewise take affirmative action to ensure that student applicants and enrolled students are treated during the enrollment at the University without regard to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. Such affirmative action shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff, retirement, or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Furthermore, the University will post in conspicuous places, notice setting forth the provisions of this University’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

Federal regulations require that the University of Northern Colorado retain all documents submitted by applicants. Materials will not be returned or copied for applicants.

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

Clery Act
In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. A paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.

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