Assistant Athletic Trainer - E99755

University of California; Cheney (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition waiver

Discounted EWU sports tickets

Campus workout facility access

STA bus transportation

Job summary

Eastern Washington University seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer to oversee student-athlete care under the Sports Medicine program. You will prevent, evaluate, manage and rehabilitate injuries as part of a comprehensive athletic health team.

EWU emphasizes inclusive recruitment and will support professional development. This exempt 12-month position requires evening/weekend availability and travel as needed for team competitions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• NATABOC Certification and license in health required.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification required.
• Demonstrated interest and experience promoting cultural competency or diversity.

Responsibilities

• Provide prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation of student athletic injuries.
• Supervise care under supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA and university rules and policies.

Skills

NATABOC Certification

First Aid/CPR/AED

Cultural competency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

Job description

Job Title:

Assistant Athletic Trainer - E99755

Location:

Cheney

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Anticipated Start Date:

As soon as possible

Work Schedule Type:

Alternate

Work Schedule:

Must be available to work evenings and weekends.

Term of Appointment:

12 Months

Job Summary:

We are currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position: The Assistant Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and supervises the care of student athletes competing in the University’s Athletic programs. The Assistant Athletic Trainer is also responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation of injuries within the University’s comprehensive sports medicine program.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

The salary for this position is $48,889.00.

In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits-briefing/benefits/insurance/

Conditions of Employment:

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently. Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Additionally, the following conditions apply:

• A minimum of fifteen (15) nights per year of travel is required for team competition.
• Successful candidate will be required to complete the Hepatitis B shot series starting within 1 month of hire, or provide documentation of prior immunization, or complete a waiver of inoculation.
• CPR/AED Certification required upon hire.
• National Athletic Trainer Association Certification required upon hire.
• Applicants must be able to maintain a thorough knowledge of NCAA and institutional rules, regulations and policies.
• Washington State Drivers License is required for the job and must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Rules compliance is an important responsibility of this position. Employee shall support and comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the NCAA, the Big Sky Conference, and other established bodies that govern intercollegiate athletics and the University. In the event the Employee becomes aware, or has reasonable cause to believe, that violations of rules compliance may have taken place, Employee shall report same promptly to the Athletic Director, Compliance Coordinator, or his/her designee.

About Eastern Washington University:

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region’s polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands‑on learning that leads to in‑demand careers. EWU’s 300‑acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy‑efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences. In addition,EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college‑bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as ’26 -’27 College of Distinction (CoD), the second consecutive year it has received the national recognition.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement:

At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.

Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.

At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.

From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent number of years of professional experience with a minimum of one (1) year of collegiate athletic experience or commensurate experience.
• Certified by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) and license issued by the Department of Health.
• First Aid/CPR/AEDcertification.
• Candidates must offer demonstrated high degree of interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency or diversity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of collegiate athletic training experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year of collegiate athletic training experience at the NCAA Division I level.

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