Assistant Athletic Trainer (4866) Multiple positions

Northern Illinois University; Shire of Cocos (Keeling) Islands; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Illinois University invites applications for an Assistant Athletic Trainer. This full-time, 12-month role assists in managing athletic training operations, under the Head Athletic Trainer, supporting NIU Athletics in injury prevention, treatment and rehabilitation for multiple sports.

Responsibilities include medical record maintenance, supervising student staff, ensuring licensure and NCAA policy compliance, and promoting safety and resources for athletes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, required.
• N.A.T.A. Certification, required.
• Eligible to meet Illinois Athletic Trainer Registration requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in athletic training services including prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and coverage of practices/contests.
• Maintain complete medical records for assigned teams.
• Supervise student athletic training staff and assist with departmental needs.
• Maintain licensure and knowledge of NIU policies and NCAA compliance.
• Support public relations and access resources for athletic care and safety.

Job description

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Assistant Athletic Trainer (4866) Multiple positions

Working Position Title Assistant Athletic Trainer (4866) Multiple positions

Classification

Classification Athletic Trainer Assistant

Position Number

Position Number 00004866

Open Date

Open Date 10/22/2026

Close Date

Priority Review Date

Priority Review Date 11/12/2026

Employee Class

Employee Class Staff

Full-Time/Part Time

Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time

FTE

FTE 1.00

Position Status

Position Status Temporary

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Job code

Job code 1080

Union Representation

Union Representation Non-Union

Union Code

Union Code N/A

Unit/Department

Unit/Department Intercollegiate Athletics

College/Unit

College/Unit Intercollegiate Athletics

Division

Division Div Intercollegiate Athletics

Location

Location CC 204

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview

Northern Illinois University ( NIU ) is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer. This is a full-time, 12-month position with benefits. Under the general supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer, this position is responsible for assisting in the management and administration of all phases of the athletic training operations. The mission of NIU Athletics is to enhance the University, community and region through service and engagement while developing champions in the classroom, in competition and in life. With long standing traditions and core values centered on family, NIU Athletics is home to 17 NCAA Division I sport programs. Northern Illinois University, chartered in 1895, is a comprehensive teaching and research institution with over 15,000 currently enrolled students and houses seven (7) degree-granting colleges—Business, Education, Engineering and Engineering Technology, Health and Human Sciences, Law, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Visual and Performing Arts. Centrally located in DeKalb, Northern Illinois University is 30 miles west of Aurora, 65 miles west of Chicago, 36 miles west of Naperville, and 45 miles southeast of Rockford.

Position Summary

Responsible for assisting in the management and administration of all phases of the athletic training operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Athletic Training Services

• Provide athletic training services to sports as assigned; Services include prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and coverage of practices/contests as deemed necessary and assigned by the head athletic trainer.

Medical Record Retention

• Maintain complete medical records for assigned teams, including insurance referrals, daily treatments, physician referrals, and injury reports in conformity with the Athletic Training Policies and Procedures.

Relations & Teamwork

• Maintain positive relationships with team physicians and medical specialists.

Supervision

• Provide direct supervision of student athletic training staff, graduate and undergraduate.

Department Needs

• Assist with departmental needs as requested.

Licensure

• Maintain working knowledge of advances in the field as well as current membership in the National Athletic Trainers Association, Inc. and the Illinois Athletic Trainers Association, Inc., State of Illinois Licensure.

NCAA Compliance

• Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of NIU policies and procedures and conduct the unit within those regulations.

Public Relations

• When practical under the circumstances, intercollegiate athletic staff are encouraged to voluntarily attend all athletic events to promote audience participation and support for NIU team efforts.
• Promote public relations beneficial to the university, the athletic department and the profession.
• Work in cooperation with athletic department staff to access available resources concerning the following areas of athletic care: safe and protective athletic equipment and facilities, nutrition, recognition and education of substance abuse, personal and mental hygiene, first aid and CPR .

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)

N/A

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)

N/A

Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

• Bachelor’s Degree
• N.A.T.A. Certification
• Eligible to meet Illinois Athletic Trainer Registration requirements.
• Athletic training experience in school or clinic setting.
• Experience as certified athletic trainer.

Additional Requirements (SPS)

N/A

Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

• Minimum 1 year Athletic training experience at the university, college, or clinic level.
• Experience with NCAA Division I athletes.
• Minimum 2 years work experience as a certified athletic trainer.
• Standing, lifting, sitting, running, carrying up to 50lbs
• Cover Letter – Please include your interest in employment with NIU and how your previous experiences position you for success in the role for which you are applying.
• Current Resume
• List of Three Professional References
• Certifications/Licensures
• Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for initial review of application; official copies required to confirm appointment).

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator

Health Services Building Room 230

[e-mail]

815-753-5560

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at [e-mail] .

• Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
• List of at least 3 Professional References

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
• List of at least 3 Professional References
• Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)
• Certifications/Licensure #1
• Other

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