ASOC Sport's Club Trainer

Occidental College; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Occidental College's ASOC Sport's Club is seeking a part-time Club Trainer to prevent, diagnose, and treat injuries during practices and games. The trainer will apply first aid, manage equipment, and support emergency care as needed.

The role includes developing injury prevention programs, maintaining records, and producing reports on treatment plans. Hours: 10 per week, for 11 months, ending May 21, 2027. Strong communication with staff and athletes is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with CPR and First Aid certification.
• 1 year of athletic training experience at high school or college level.
• Knowledge of sports rules and ability to motivate young athletes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic digital record-keeping.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site support during practices, games, and tournaments, preventing, diagnosing, and treating injuries.
• Develop and execute injury and illness prevention programs for ASOC Club Sports participants.
• Perform administrative duties, including maintaining records and preparing reports on injuries and treatment programs.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Athletic Training

Communication Skills

Organization / Time Management

Leadership & Training

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal Skills

Diversity & Inclusion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: ASOC Sport's Club Trainer

Department: ASOC - Operations

Duration: 11 months - End Date: May 21, 2027 (Possible Extension)

Employment Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time, 10 hours per week

Job Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Dean of Students/SLICE Director, each ASOC Club Sports Trainer is responsible for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of muscle and bone injuries and related illnesses. The Trainer will apply protective or preventive devices—such as tape, bandages, and braces, evaluate injuries and administer first aid or emergency care as needed. Additionally, the Trainer will develop and implement comprehensive programs aimed at preventing injuries and illnesses among ASOC Club Sports participants. The role also includes administrative duties, such as maintaining records and preparing reports on injuries and treatment plans

Job Duties

• 60% - Provide on-site support during practices, games, and tournaments by preventing, diagnosing, and treating muscle and bone injuries and illnesses; ensure injury response equipment and supplies are properly staged and readily available. - (Essential)
• 30% - Develop and execute comprehensive injury and illness prevention programs for ASOC Club Sports participants. - (Essential)
• 10% - Perform administrative duties, including maintaining records and preparing reports on injuries and treatment programs. - (Essential)

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED. Have/Obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
• One year of athletic training experience at the high school level or in higher education.
• Extensive knowledge of the identified sport, including rules and regulations.
• Ability to motivate and inspire young athletes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google drives/folders/forms, Adobe Acrobat, Web Editing, and social media applications or any combination of productivity programs applicable to position responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented and thorough; skilled at anticipating and preventing potential problems and handling a wide variety of tasks with efficiency and accuracy.
• Strong commitment to a quality work product.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally, in writing and electronically.
• Effective interpersonal skills as evidenced in the ability to collaborate with a variety of constituencies. Demonstrated commitment to justice, equity, inclusion & diversity.
• Demonstrated skill in adapting to and performing work effectively in high-volume, high accountability, confidential environment with multiple and changing priorities.
• Effective organizational, logistical, time management and planning skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, prioritize and fulfil the functions of an office in a timely manner.
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently.
• Ability to provide effective leadership and training, and to work effectively and professionally across functions, disciplines, levels, and with diverse groups.

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $18.42/hr. This position is not eligible for benefits.