University Faculty Athletic Training Department

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Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment by welcoming all individuals, including culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body. WSU values every individual by embracing all identities through the promotion of belonging, creativity, and uniqueness. We strive to create environments which are welcoming, inclusive, and equitable for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

| Position Title | University Faculty Athletic Training Department | | Requisition Number | F00395P | | Job Description |
This is a university tenure-track faculty position with the academic rank of assistant professor. This individual will serve as the Program Director of the Rehabilitation Sciences (RHS) Bachelor’s degree program and will teach courses in both the undergraduate RHS program and the CAATE-accredited Master of Science in Athletic Training program. | | Job Duties |
The faculty member/program director is responsible for the management and administration of the program, including planning, evaluation, budgeting, and a commitment to strategies for professional development. The program director will review and revise if needed the mission statement, goals, and competencies of the program in addition to designing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating the RHS program in collaboration with other faculty in the department and college. This individual will teach courses in the Rehabilitation Sciences undergraduate program and the Master of Science in Athletic Training program. This faculty member will also mentor graduate students through their master’s thesis research projects and participate in the thesis courses with other faculty in the department. This faculty member will instruct, mentor, provide feedback, and evaluate students within their areas of expertise and interest and will ensure the availability of remedial instruction. This individual will also be responsible for ongoing curricular assessment and active participation in the development, initiation, and incorporation of instructional experiences within the curriculum design and will oversee the quality and delivery of didactic assessments. The faculty member will also serve as an academic advisor for students throughout their time in the RHS program to mentor and help with the development of academic, personal, and professional goals and proficiencies. They will participate in the recruitment of new students and admissions processes by reviewing applications, interviewing candidates, and rendering selection decisions. This faculty member will represent the Department of Athletic Training through service on department, college, and university-level committees as time allows. Participation in activities of state, regional, and national organizations to promote a positive image of the department within academic, lay, and professional communities is encouraged. In addition, this individual will serve as the lab coordinator and run open labs for undergraduate and graduate students each week. Will perform other duties as assigned. | | Required Qualifications |
Required Qualifications:

Posting Details

WSU's Commitment to Diversity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment by welcoming all individuals, including culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body. WSU values every individual by embracing all identities through the promotion of belonging, creativity, and uniqueness. We strive to create environments which are welcoming, inclusive, and equitable for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

| Position Title | University Faculty Athletic Training Department | | Requisition Number | F00395P | | Job Description |
This is a university tenure-track faculty position with the academic rank of assistant professor. This individual will serve as the Program Director of the Rehabilitation Sciences (RHS) Bachelor’s degree program and will teach courses in both the undergraduate RHS program and the CAATE-accredited Master of Science in Athletic Training program. | | Job Duties |
The faculty member/program director is responsible for the management and administration of the program, including planning, evaluation, budgeting, and a commitment to strategies for professional development. The program director will review and revise if needed the mission statement, goals, and competencies of the program in addition to designing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating the RHS program in collaboration with other faculty in the department and college. This individual will teach courses in the Rehabilitation Sciences undergraduate program and the Master of Science in Athletic Training program. This faculty member will also mentor graduate students through their master’s thesis research projects and participate in the thesis courses with other faculty in the department. This faculty member will instruct, mentor, provide feedback, and evaluate students within their areas of expertise and interest and will ensure the availability of remedial instruction. This individual will also be responsible for ongoing curricular assessment and active participation in the development, initiation, and incorporation of instructional experiences within the curriculum design and will oversee the quality and delivery of didactic assessments. The faculty member will also serve as an academic advisor for students throughout their time in the RHS program to mentor and help with the development of academic, personal, and professional goals and proficiencies. They will participate in the recruitment of new students and admissions processes by reviewing applications, interviewing candidates, and rendering selection decisions. This faculty member will represent the Department of Athletic Training through service on department, college, and university-level committees as time allows. Participation in activities of state, regional, and national organizations to promote a positive image of the department within academic, lay, and professional communities is encouraged. In addition, this individual will serve as the lab coordinator and run open labs for undergraduate and graduate students each week. Will perform other duties as assigned. | | Required Qualifications |
Required Qualifications:

1. License in good standing as an Athletic Trainer in the state of Utah (or eligible – must obtain by start date)
2. Academic doctoral degree (e.g. EdD, PhD) in Athletic Training, Health Sciences, or a related field.
3. Clinical experience as a certified athletic trainer.
4. Administrative experience including, but not limited to, program assessment and evaluation.
5. Record of scholarship through research and publication

6. At least 3 years of experience as a core faculty in a full-time academic appointment with teaching responsibilities at the postsecondary level. | | Preferred Qualifications |
   Preferred Qualifications:

7. >5 years of full-time academic experience

8. Program Director Experience

9. Strong interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with students, staff, faculty, and administrators.

10. Strong critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills

11. Familiarity with the use of computers for organization, word processing, and communication.

12. Experience mentoring graduate students through research thesis projects

13. Experience teaching therapeutic rehabilitation, orthopedic casting and splinting, orthotic fabrication, orthopedic assessment, and training standardized patients

14. Experience mentoring high school teachers who manage concurrent enrollment courses

15. Experience developing clinical simulations for undergraduate and graduate students

16. Experience with CAATE accreditation requirements | | A successful candidate will have the following: | | | Background Check? | Yes | | Benefits Summary |
    WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays. | | Full/Part Time | Full Time |

Posting Detail Information

| Open Date | 01/25/2024 | | Close Date | 02/24/2024 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Notes to Applicant |
If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits package.

To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Current CV/resume,
3. AT License (other document 1)
4. The names and contact information for three professional references.
5. A teaching philosophy statement can be attached as an optional document.

Application materials should clearly demonstrate how the required and preferred qualifications of the position are met.

Application must be received by February 24, 2024.

A criminal background check is required as a condition of employment

For questions please email Valerie Herzog at valerieherzog@weber.edu |

ADA Essential Job Function

ADA Essential Job Function

| Physical Activity of this position | Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance. | | Physical Requirements of this position | Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work. | | Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. | Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading. | | The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. | None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). |

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Curriculum Vitae 3. Other Document 1 4. List of References with Contact Info Optional Documents 1. Philosophy Statement