Job Description

Position Summary:  

The Football Athletic Trainer (Temporary Contract) serves as an integral member of the Colorado State Football Sports Medicine team and assists in the delivery of comprehensive sports medicine services for NCAA Division I Football student-athletes. This position supports the prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, recovery, and performance optimization of football student-athletes through evidence-based clinical practice and interdisciplinary collaboration. 

Under the direction of the Head Football Athletic Trainer, Team Physicians, and Senior Associate Athletic Director for Health and Performance, the position works collaboratively with sports medicine staff, strength and conditioning staff, nutrition staff, mental health staff, and other qualified medical personnel to optimize student-athlete health, safety, and performance. 

Located in the beautiful city of Fort Collins, Colorado State University is a premier land-grant university with world-class programs in education, outreach, and research. CSU has a student body of over 34,000 students, 7,400 employees, 277,000 living alumni, and annual research expenditures exceeding $600 million. 

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of NCAA Division I-FBS and the Pac-12 Conference. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu. 

Job Description

Position Summary:  

The Football Athletic Trainer (Temporary Contract) serves as an integral member of the Colorado State Football Sports Medicine team and assists in the delivery of comprehensive sports medicine services for NCAA Division I Football student-athletes. This position supports the prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, recovery, and performance optimization of football student-athletes through evidence-based clinical practice and interdisciplinary collaboration. 

Under the direction of the Head Football Athletic Trainer, Team Physicians, and Senior Associate Athletic Director for Health and Performance, the position works collaboratively with sports medicine staff, strength and conditioning staff, nutrition staff, mental health staff, and other qualified medical personnel to optimize student-athlete health, safety, and performance. 

Located in the beautiful city of Fort Collins, Colorado State University is a premier land-grant university with world-class programs in education, outreach, and research. CSU has a student body of over 34,000 students, 7,400 employees, 277,000 living alumni, and annual research expenditures exceeding $600 million. 

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of NCAA Division I-FBS and the Pac-12 Conference. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu. 

This position is open until filled.

Essential Job Duties:  

• Assist with primary athletic training coverage for NCAA Division I Football practices, competitions, training sessions, and team travel while abiding by the rules and regulations established by Colorado State University, the Pac-12 Conference, and the NCAA  

• Provide clinical evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and appropriate referral of injuries and illnesses under the general supervision of the Head Football Athletic Trainer and in accordance with standards of the NATABOC and state regulatory board 

• Utilize electronic medical records systems and platforms to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant medical documentation in accordance with medical documentation standards 

• Collaborate with sports medicine staff, team physicians, strength and conditioning staff, nutrition staff, mental health staff, and other qualified medical personnel to deliver best-in-class care to student-athletes 

• Assist with coverage planning throughout calendar year including summer camps and other football-related activities 

• Assist with inventory management, purchasing, and equipment maintenance for Football sports medicine facility 

• Other duties as assigned by supervisors. 

Supervision:    

Position may assist with oversight of student employees, volunteers, and interns as applicable 

Conditions of Employment:

• Criminal Background Check 

• Valid driver's license 

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, and travel as needed 

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date. 
   

Minimum qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in health and exercise science, sports medicine, kinesiology, anatomy or related field 

• Current BOC certification 

• Minimum of two years of previous experience as a certified athletic trainer required, preferably in an intercollegiate sports medicine or athletic training program at the NCAA Division I level 

• Active Athletic Training license with the State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) required prior to the start date of employment (see https://dpo.colorado.gov/AthleticTrainer for additional information) 

• Ability to respond professionally and competently in emergency situations 

Preferred qualifications  

• Master’s degree 

• Previous athletic training experience for a NCAA Division I Football or professional football program 

• Previous experience working within an integrated health and performance model 

• Proficient in utilizing athlete medical records systems and platforms for documentation 

Salary Range

$60,000 to $80,000

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Resume/CV

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

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• Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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