Assistant Athletic Trainer

Delta State University; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta State University is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to care for student-athletes and support the athletic department across intercollegiate teams. The role includes coverage for practices and games, with duties extending to nights, weekends, and travel, under supervision and coordination with physicians and staff.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree, NATABOC certification, MS licensure eligibility, and CPR/First Aid/AED certification, with a minimum of two years

Qualifications

• Master's degree in athletic training or related field.
• NATABOC certification and MS licensure eligibility.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
• Minimum 2 years of post-certification experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the care, treatment, prevention and rehabilitation of injured student-athletes.
• Coordinate referrals, office visits and surgeries with team physicians/office staff.
• Provide direct athletic training coverage for assigned intercollegiate teams during practices and games, including nights, weekends and travel.
• Supervise graduate assistants; coordinate the secondary insurance program for student-athlete medical expenses.
• Abide by Delta State University, Gulf South Conference and NCAA rules and regulations; perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

Master's Degree

NATABOC Certification

CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Position Information

Job Title Assistant Athletic Trainer

Working Title Assistant Athletic Trainer

Position Type Staff

Department Trainer

Posting Number 201201699

Full or Part Time Full Time

Benefit Eligible Yes

Salary Basis 12 month

Responsibilities

Assist in the care, treatment, prevention and rehabilitation of injured student-athletes. Work with team physicians/office staff to coordinate referrals, office visits and surgeries. Furthermore, the assistant will provide direct athletic training coverage for assigned intercollegiate athletics teams as determined by supervisor. Coverage will involve practice and games, will include nights, weekends and travel. Supervise graduate assistants. Administrative duties will include coordinating the secondary insurance program for student-athlete medical expenses. Will be required to abide by all Delta State University, Gulf South Conference and NCAA rules and regulations. Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Masters Degree Required. NATABOC Certification Required. Eligible for State of Mississippi Athletic Training Licensure/current holder of license. CPR /First Aid/ AED certification.
Minimum of 2 years experience post NATABOC certification.

Minimum Qualifications

Masters Degree Required. NATABOC Certification Required. Eligible for State of Mississippi Athletic Training Licensure/current holder of stated license. CPR /First Aid/ AED certification.
Minimum of 2 years experience post NATABOC certification.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Requires a high periods of concentration intermittently and normal attention.
Lifting of equipment and injured student-athletes is required.
Will require work outside in hot environments.

Additional Information

Open Date 03/27/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Posting Specific Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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  • MS State Employment Service
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  • Other
• Will you now or in the future require "sponsorship" for an employment based visa status?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document

Delta State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Delta State University is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from sexual and gender-based discrimination or harassment. Our goal is for all to have equal access to the many great services and opportunities we offer. For more information, or to report an incident, see https://www.deltastate.edu/titleix/ or email [e-mail] .