Assistant Athletic Trainer - Football

Western Kentucky University; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Kentucky University seeks an Assistant Athletic Trainer for Football. This full-time role involves injury assessment, prevention, and rehabilitation, with responsibilities at all football events. Candidates should hold a degree in athletic training and NATA certification. The position emphasizes teamwork, detail orientation, and superior communication skills.

Benefits

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition discount program

Qualifications

• Experience working as an athletic trainer with football.
• Certified through NATA in good standing.
• Current CPR/AED certified for healthcare provider.

Responsibilities

• Provide injury assessment and rehabilitation for athletes.
• Coordinate physician referrals for student-athletes.
• Maintain a safe playing environment and monitor risks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in athletic training or related field

Job description

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing its students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the second largest undergraduate institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 15,035 students (29% first generation, 18% underrepresented minority, 1% international) and nearly 2,508 faculty and staff employees*.

Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community. At the heart of our mission, we seek to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our ever-evolving communities.

Located 65 miles north of Nashville, TN, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, KY, WKU's main campus is in Bowling Green, KY - a city with approximately 70,000 residents. Our population is ethnically diverse, with more than 85 languages spoken in and around Bowling Green, and people from 35 nationalities call our community home.

Western Kentucky University seeks to attract talented faculty and staff who are inspired individually to contribute to WKU's strategic plans and ongoing success. We offer comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents and take pride in providing a workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a tuition discount program for employees and dependents are also provided. Learn more about WKU and Bowling Green at wku.edu/about .

Job Description:

Western Kentucky University, a member of Conference USA and a Football Bowl Subdivision (I-A) NCAA member institution, seeks to hire an individual for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer for Football. This is a 12-month, full-time position. This position will report to the Sr Executive Director ofSports Medicine & Student-Athlete Welfare. Applicants must have a commitment to and responsibility for adhering to all rules and regulations of WKU, Conference USA and the NCAA.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are customary for this position, but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted, and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Provide prevention, injury assessment, immediate medical care, treatment, conditioning, medical referrals and rehabilitation of athletic-related injuries and illnesses
• Provide coverage at all Football events including practices, conditioning, and contests as well as travel with the team to all away contests
• Responsible for coordinating and scheduling appropriate physician referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete
• Create a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks
• File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents
• Maintain a daily treatment log for all student-athletes
• Work in conjunction with the strength and conditioning staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs
• Manage and maintain an effective and efficient athletic training room
• Communicate with student-athletes, staff, medical providers, coaches, parents & administration in accordance with NATA, WKU & HIPPA guidelines
• Assist with following rules of the NCAA, Conference USA, and Western Kentucky University
• Work directly with Head Football Athletic Trainer
• Assist in supervision of Smith Stadium Athletic Training room, part-time staff & students to include Football Intern
• Other duties as assigned by the Sr Executive Director ofSports Medicine & Student-Athlete Welfare

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

• Experience working as an athletic trainer with the sport of football
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be self-motivated and team-oriented
• Excellent organization, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends
• The duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed in a competent manner following the highest standards for leadership, professionalism, integrity, accountability, responsibility, cooperation and customer service

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in athletic training or related field
• Certified through National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) in good standing
• Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure eligible
• Current CPR/AED certified for healthcare provider

Additional Information:

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at [e-mail] or by phone at [phone]. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

The following items must be submitted through this electronic talent management system:

• Resume

You will receive email confirmation that your submission has been received. The candidate review process will generally begin as materials are received.