Assistant Athletic Trainer

Montana State University; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer to support student-athletes' health and performance. This full-time, year-round role involves injury prevention, evaluation, and collaboration with coaches and sports medicine personnel. Ideal candidates will hold relevant certifications and have experience in collegiate athletics.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a collegiate or professional sports setting.
• NATA-BOC certification and CPR/AED certification are required.
• Eligible for Montana state licensure.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate medical situations and provide rehabilitative treatment for student-athletes.
• Coordinate medical care with team physicians and provide support during practices and competitions.
• Maintain accurate medical records and comply with NCAA regulations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Education

CAATE-approved athletic training degree or equivalent master's degree

Tools

Electronic medical records systems

Job description

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Function in concert with student-athletes, coaches and support staff to maintain the health and well-being of student-athletes, enabling them to participate in their respective athletic events. The Assistant Athletic Trainer must evaluate medical and injury situations and devise the proper preventative and rehabilitative course of treatment to return the athlete to a healthy, competitive level.

Position Number

Position Number 4C7166

Department

Division

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Professional

Contract Term

Contract Term Fiscal Year

Semester

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FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Union Affiliation

Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible

Salary $45,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

Contract Type

Contract Type LOA

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Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type Open

General Statement

Montana State University, a member of the Big Sky Conference and NCAA Division I ( FCS ), is seeking a qualified and motivated Assistant Athletic Trainer. This full-time, 12-month position will provide comprehensive athletic training services for football and one additional sport as assigned. The successful candidate will be committed to the health and well-being of student-athletes and will work as part of a collaborative sports medicine team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for assigned teams.
• Assists the Director of Sports Medicine in establishing, coordinating, supervising, and monitoring athletic training services to student-athletes.
• Maintain timely and accurate medical records and documentation.
• Coordinate care with team physicians and other medical providers.
• Attend daily practices to assist with athletic training for the athletes.
• Attend and work at home/away games as the designated Athletic Trainer.
• Travel with assigned teams and provide on-site coverage for practices and competitions.
• Assist with supervision and mentorship of athletic training students.
• Collaborate with coaches, strength & conditioning staff, and athletic administration on student-athlete healthcare and safety.
• In consultation with the Director of Sports Medicine and in cooperation with other Assistant Athletic Trainers, operates within the athletic training operational budget.
• Assists the Director of Sports Medicine in the routine operation of a designated athletic training facility.
• Advise athletes of methods designed to maximize injury prevention.
• Maintain current CPR , First Aid, and AED certifications.
• Comply with all Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, Montana State University, Big Sky Conference, NCAA and State Practice Act rules and regulations.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine and/or the Director of Athletics.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• CAATE -approved athletic training degree or equivalent master’s degree program
• NATA - BOC certification
• CPR / AED certification.
• Eligible for Montana state licensure (or current licensure).
• At least one year of experience in a collegiate or professional sports setting.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field.
• Experience working with Division I football.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records systems (e.g., SportsWare, Healthy Roster).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of NCAA drug policy, testing regulations and supplements.
• Experience administering health insurance claims.

The Successful Candidate Will

The successful candidate will be willing to work with any and all sports assigned.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Physical Demands

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

This position has supervisory duties?

This position has supervisory duties? No

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on June 10, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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