Assistant Athletic Trainer (Baseball) - Mississippi State University

College Athletic Trainers; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded institution is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer for its Baseball team in Starkville, MS. The candidate will provide comprehensive athletic training coverage including injury management, maintain records, and assist the head trainer in daily operations. Compliance with certification requirements and a Bachelor's degree are essential. This full-time role offers opportunities to engage closely with student-athletes and develop their athletic training skills.

Qualifications

• Certified by National Athletic Trainers' Board of Certification.
• Eligible for licensure by the State of Mississippi.
• Two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Baseball Athletic Trainer with daily care of the team.
• Maintain computerized health/injury records.
• Assist in day-to-day operations of the athletic training room.

Skills

Knowledge of fundamental athletic training concepts

Ability to work in extreme weather

Ability to travel

Ability to work long and irregular hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

• Assistant Athletic Trainer (Baseball) - Mississippi State University

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Baseball) - Mississippi State University

The Assistant Athletic Trainer will assist Head Baseball Athletic Trainer with daily care of the Baseball team. Link for application below. Contact Jason Wire ATC with any questions. [e-mail]

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Assistant Athletic Trainer

Apply now Job no: 509423
Position type: Full-Time 12-Month
Department: 890119 - Athletics - Sports Medicine
Location: Main Campus - Starkville, MS
Categories: Professional
Position Open Date: Jun 22 2025

Position Function:

Provide athletic training coverage for Baseball and perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director for Baseball Sports Medicine and Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer. Must be certified by the National Athletic Trainers’ Board of Certification and be eligible for licensure by the State of Mississippi.

1. Assist Sports Medicine Staff with the athletic training needs for sports as assigned. This includes direct team and sport coverage (home and away) for Baseball
2. Assist in the day-to-day operations of the athletic training room. Ensure proper use of equipment and facilities by student-athletes, including adherence to athletic training room time schedules and proper operating procedures.
3. Assist the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer with the prevention and care of student-athlete injuries and illnesses.
a. Maintain computerized health/injury records on supervised student-athletes.
b. Serve as liaison between student-athletes and the team physician. This includes ensuring compliance with team physician instructions.
4. Obtain required continuing education requirements to fulfill and maintain state and BOC certifications.
5. Performs related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does have supervisory responsibility for fellow and student athletic trainers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in related field; must be certified by the National Athletic Trainers’ Board of Certification and be able to be licensed by the State of Mississippi.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree; two (2) years of experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of certain fundamental concepts.
2. Ability to work long and irregular hours.
3. Ability to travel.
4. Ability to work in extreme weather temperatures.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more elements such as heat, cold, noise, dirt, chemicals, etc.

Job frequently requires walking, standing, lifting, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, and handling objects with hands.

Requires handling of heavy weight objects up to 100 lbs. on a regular basis and on occasion up to 150 lbs.

Instructions for Applying:

Attach Resume and cover letter.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, [phone].

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