Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine (Athletics Trainer)

City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 98,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City University of New York is seeking an Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine to coordinate and manage the Athletic Training Program. This role involves overseeing medical services, developing injury management protocols, and ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and have 4+ years of relevant athletic training experience. CUNY offers competitive benefits and a diverse academic community.

Benefits

Health plans

Tuition waivers

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience in NCAA 4-year college athletic training required.
• Must be certified and have at least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and insurance claims processing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Athletic Training Program for varsity programs.
• Oversee medical services during athletic practices and competitions.
• Establish protocols for injury management and emergency medical plans.

Skills

Management

Communication

First Aid

Injury Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Masters’ Degree

Tools

NCAA regulations

CPR certification

AED training

Job description

Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine (Athletics Trainer)

POSITION DETAILS

TheAssistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine(Athletics Trainer) will report to the Director of Athletics at The City College of New York. In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine(Athletics Trainer) duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Managing and administering the quality of the Athletic Training Program for all varsity athletic programs and club sports housed in the department of athletics.

• Providing oversight of the Athletics Training and Strength & Conditioning Services Unit.

• Overseeing medical services during practices and competitions throughout the academic year.

• Establishing Injury Management Protocols and Emergency Medical Plans with the Physician and applicable campus constituents.

• Serving as the NCAA required Health Care Athletics Administrator and coordinating on campus healthcare and support services for student-athletes.

• Establishing and coordinating Pre-Participation Evaluations (PPE’s) for all programs housed under the Department of Athletics. In addition, the Assistant Director will develop an annual operating budget and oversee the purchasing of sports medicine clinical supplies and equipment.

• Preparing and maintaining appropriate athletic injury care records and reports as required following all NCAA, HIPPA, and NATA guidelines.

• Reporting the progress of injury and recovery of athletes to coaches, physicians, and/or the Director of Athletics or administrative designee as necessary. In addition, presenting regularly to all staff about sports medicine practices, updates, and new legislation.

• Conducting First Aid/ Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training and certification sessions for staff.

• Following and enforcing all Institutional, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and City of University of New York Athletic Conference (CUNYAC) medical policies and procedures.

• Work schedule will include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree minimum and four years' plus related experience as a full time, certified, head athletic trainer at a NCAA 4-year college institution required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters’ Degree.

• National Athletic Trainers Association certification.

• NCAA College campus experience with multiple sports’ coverage.

• Certified to instruct First Aid, CPR, and AED.

• A thorough understanding of budgets, purchasing, and insurance claims processing.

• Working knowledge of NCAA rules and compliance policies.

• A strong professional presence and effective written and oral communication skills.

• Certified by a nationally recognized strength and conditioning association as a strength and conditioning coach.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Develops, coordinates and administers a comprehensive training and sports medicine program for intercollegiate sports and provides related professional and administrative services.

• Develops and maintains a program of preventive physical care for student-athletes; and coordinates physical examination screenings

• Supervises treatment and referral of injuries and interfaces directly with medical personnel in the treatment of such athletes; coordinates rehabilitation programs; may administer related insurance program(s)

• Determines and ensures the acquisition of safety equipment and supplies applicable to each intercollegiate sport

• Supervises maintenance of statistical records of team injuries and medical data

• Assists coaches in planning and instructing physical training programs for athletes.

• Plans and schedules the purchasing of all sports medical program supplies and equipment within allocated budget parameters

• Recruits, instructs, supervises and reviews the performance of training staff

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: Student Athletics Trainer

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary Range: $98,995-$109,025. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

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CLOSING DATE

July 1, 2025.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

30413

Location

City College of New York