Assistant Athletic Trainer

Virginia-State-University; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Medical & dental plans

Paid leave & holidays

Employer-paid life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Virginia State University is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to create a safe environment for student athletes and support the athletic program. The role requires a bachelor’s degree, NATA ATC certification, CPR/AED, and a Virginia driver’s license with the ability to drive state vehicles.

Incumbents should be prepared for evenings and weekends, travel as needed, and deliver quality care and instruction in a team setting within the CIAA athletics framework.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college.
• Knowledge of first aid, medical attention, rehab for student-athletes.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to react calmly in emergencies.
• Must work in a diverse team and attract student-athletes to VSU.
• Must drive a state vehicle to transport student-athletes.
• Virginia Driver’s License within 60 days of hire with acceptable driving record.
• Evenings, weekends, and travel may be required.
• Computer literacy required.
• Maintain NATA ATC certification.
• Maintain CPR/AED certification.
• Licensed by the Board of Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive, healthy, safe environment for student athletes.
• Abide by VSU and athletic associations’ rules and regulations.
• Assist in emergencies as directed by leadership.
• Provide good customer service to students, faculty, and staff.
• Serve as the Assistant Athletic Trainer within the athletic program.

Skills

First aid

Emergency response

Team player

Driver’s license

Computer literate

Education

Bachelor’s degree

ATC Certification (NATA)

CPR/AED Certification

Job description

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Title: Assistant Athletic Trainer

State Role Title: Professional - Lecturer

Hiring Range: up to a MAX of $70,000.00, commensurate with education and experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Virginia State University

Location: Virginia State University

Agency Website:www.VSU.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Assistant Athletic Trainer creates a positive, health and safe environment for all student athletes within the athletic program. The Assistant Athletic Trainer is required to abide by the rules and regulations established by Virginia State University, National Athletic Trainers Association, the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), any affiliate or associate member conferences (i.e. GSC, PBC, SIAC, USCAA, etc.) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Assist the agency and/or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. Complete all other duties as assigned by Associate VP for Intercollegiate Athletics. Provide good customer service to our students, faculty/staff and constituents. This position exists to serve as the Assistant Athletic Trainer at Virginia State University.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college


• Must be knowledgeable of providing first aid and preventative medical attention, and rehab, to student-athletes as well as the ability to provide instruction on self-care.


• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.


• Must have the ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.


• Must be able to work in a diverse and team setting while having the ability to attract student-athletes to VSU.


• Must be able to drive a state vehicle to transport student-athletes.


• Must have a valid Virginia Driver’s License within 60 days of hire, as well as an acceptable driving record.


• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends and travel on university business as assigned.


• Must be computer literate.


• Must have and maintain certification by the National Athletic Training Association (ATC).


• Must maintain certification in CPR/AED.


• Must be appropriately licensed by the Board of Medicine.

Additional Considerations

Master’s degree is a plus.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You must include:

1. A current resume/c.v.

2. A letter of interest in your application

3. Three (3) letters of recommendation

4. Official transcripts will be required before hire.

Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

• Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
  Immediate vesting | Portable | Investment choice


• Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
  Defined benefit pension | Lifetime monthly income


• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP)


• 403(b) (TIAA)


• Comprehensive medical & dental plans


• Employee Assistance Program


• Paid annual and sick leave


• Paid state and federal holidays


• Employer-paid life insurance


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Contact Information

Name: Dominique M. Fisher

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.