Head Athletic Trainer

The University of Alaska Fairbanks Athletics Department is seeking a skilled and forward-thinking Head Athletic Trainer to oversee the delivery of athletic training services across all varsity sports programs. This position plays a vital role in supporting the health, safety, and well-being of UAF student-athletes by providing comprehensive care while also carrying out the administrative duties assigned to the Healthcare Administrator in alignment with NCAA regulations.

Serving within a collaborative, student-centered athletics environment, the Head Athletic Trainer will supervise and mentor a team of athletic trainers and interns while partnering closely with strength and conditioning professionals, athletics leadership, sport coaches, and campus partners. Through strong leadership and effective collaboration, this role directly contributes to student-athlete success and advances the broader mission and values of the UAF Athletics Department.

Success in this role requires a strong balance of leadership and collaboration. The successful candidate will serve as both an effective team leader and an engaged team member, partnering closely with sports medicine staff to prevent, evaluate, and treat injuries across UAF’s athletic programs. Thriving in this position also requires flexibility to support mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and team travel. Exceptional time management, sound judgment, and the ability to effectively supervise personnel are essential for excelling in this dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in athletic training or related field and five years related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Professional licensure may be required that is commensurate with the appropriate level. NATABOC (National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification) certification required.

National Athletic Trainers Association Certification (this includes CPR)
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (Not required but preferred)

Position Details:

This is a full-time, term-funded, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 80, based on education and experience.

A valid Alaska Driver's License and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria.

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The University of Alaska Fairbanks Athletics Department is seeking a skilled and forward-thinking Head Athletic Trainer to oversee the delivery of athletic training services across all varsity sports programs. This position plays a vital role in supporting the health, safety, and well-being of UAF student-athletes by providing comprehensive care while also carrying out the administrative duties assigned to the Healthcare Administrator in alignment with NCAA regulations.

Serving within a collaborative, student-centered athletics environment, the Head Athletic Trainer will supervise and mentor a team of athletic trainers and interns while partnering closely with strength and conditioning professionals, athletics leadership, sport coaches, and campus partners. Through strong leadership and effective collaboration, this role directly contributes to student-athlete success and advances the broader mission and values of the UAF Athletics Department.

Success in this role requires a strong balance of leadership and collaboration. The successful candidate will serve as both an effective team leader and an engaged team member, partnering closely with sports medicine staff to prevent, evaluate, and treat injuries across UAF’s athletic programs. Thriving in this position also requires flexibility to support mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and team travel. Exceptional time management, sound judgment, and the ability to effectively supervise personnel are essential for excelling in this dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in athletic training or related field and five years related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Professional licensure may be required that is commensurate with the appropriate level. NATABOC (National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification) certification required.

National Athletic Trainers Association Certification (this includes CPR)
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (Not required but preferred)

Position Details:

This is a full-time, term-funded, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 80, based on education and experience.

A valid Alaska Driver's License and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria.

Applicant review will begin on Tuesday, February 17, 2026

The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties.

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☎️** If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Brittany Tappa, Signers’ Business Office HR Coordinator, at[bjtappa@alaska.edu](mailto:bjtappa@alaska.edu)or 907-474-6353.**

 

 

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

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The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

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The University of Alaska (www.alaska.edu) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution.  The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination (www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination) against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

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Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

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All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA : (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/s.... Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF:  (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS:  (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.

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