Assistant Athletic Trainer (Temporary/Hourly)

MiraCosta College; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

MiraCosta College is seeking a temporary Assistant Athletic Trainer to assist with the sports medicine program. This role involves providing support for student-athletes, including injury management and attendance at athletic events. Applicants must possess a degree in Kinesiology, NATA certification, and First Aid/CPR certifications.

Benefits

Healthy Families Sick Leave

Enrollment in retirement system

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a degree in Kinesiology or a related field.
• NATA Certification is required.
• First Aid and CPR/AED certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of a comprehensive sports medicine program.
• Provide athletic training support during practices and competitions.
• Maintain records of athletes and injuries.

Skills

First Aid

CPR

Athletic Training

Education

Degree in Kinesiology or related field

Job description

Assistant Athletic Trainer (Temporary/Hourly)

Before applying, be sure to read the “Application Procedure” section below.

Posting Summary

Job Title

Job Title Assistant Athletic Trainer (Temporary/Hourly)

Type of Assignment

Type of Assignment Classified/Staff

Assignment Category

Assignment Category Temporary Assignment

One temporary, hourly position, part-time, on an as-needed basis primarily on the Oceanside campus. Hours will vary depending on department need; however, typically it would be 3-4 hours per day, hours will vary from 8:00am-8:30pm, depending on game schedules. The assignment is anticipated to last for approximately 12 months,with extensions dependent on department need. Please note that temporary/hourly employees can work no more than 175 days in a fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT :
MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all classified staff, administrators, and temporary/hourly short-term employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two-hundred (200) road miles from the employee’s regularly assigned district worksite. The purpose of the policy is to promote efficiency and continuity throughout all campus administrative functions, provide students with high quality assistance and accessibility to all academic and campus services, ensure that students receive an engaging education, and respond to emerging student needs.

The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months.

Location City

Location City Oceanside, Cardiff, and/or Carlsbad

Location State

Location State California

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA)

MiraCosta College is committed to creating a racially just campus climate. Individuals and their diverse cultures and identities are welcomed, nurtured, and validated. MiraCosta College takes institutional responsibility for closing the equity gap for disproportionately impacted populations including Latinx and Chicanx communities, Black and African American communities, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities, Native American communities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer/questioning, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA+) communities, veteran communities, former foster youth, adult students, and students from low socioeconomic statuses. MiraCosta will continue to serve all constituents with values rooted in equity, diversity, inclusion, and community.

MiraCosta College’s Mission, Vision, Commitment, and Institutional Values & Goals –
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$37.02 per hour (range 24, step 1 on the 2024/2025 classified salary schedule).

Short-term, temporary employees may be eligible for Healthy Families Sick Leave, and enrollment in a retirement system.

Position Term in Months

Position Term in Months Approximately 12 months.

Application Procedure

In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following documents directly in the online system and finish applying and receive a confirmation number:

1. Application on which you list all relevant experience.

2. A current resume or curriculum vitae summarizing your educational background and experience.

3. A cover letter specifically describing how your experience aligns with the Essential Duties and Other Duties.

4. NATA Certification

5. First Aid, CPR / AED Certification

6. Transcripts of college coursework which provide evidence of meeting the minimum qualifications as stated in this job posting. Unofficial or legible photocopies are acceptable. If a degree(s) was earned, the transcripts must state that the degree was awarded. Any degree/coursework used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from a postsecondary institution accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation.

If your degree(s) is from a college or university outside of the United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency. To view a list of agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, go to https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635) . Transcripts or translations in English still require the evaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

The department will review applications and contact applicants selected for interview either by phone or by email.

Offer of employment to the person selected for this position is contingent upon 1) successful completion of a pre-placement physical exam at district expense; 2) submission of a current tuberculosis test clearance; 3) proof of eligibility to work in the United States; 4) fingerprint clearance; and 5) approval by the Board of Trustees.

Retired STRS members are not eligible for this position.

Basic Function

Under general supervision, assist in the coordination and implementation of a comprehensive sports medicine program for college intercollegiate sports; perform professional and administrative activities in service to student athletes; and perform related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Assistant Athletic Trainer is distinguished from Athletic Trainer in that an incumbent in the former class is the professional entry-level classification, requiring less experience than the latter class.

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the assignment if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment.

1. Assist in carrying out the sports medicine program for the college, including injury prevention, evaluation, management, treatment/rehabilitation, educational programs and counseling for student athletes.

2. Provide athletic training support to the college’s Athletic Department, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home competitions as necessary.

3. Assist with physical examinations and medical referrals for student athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete.

4. Work in conjunction with Athletic Department staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student athlete needs.

5. Establish and maintain records of athletes for eligibility based on physical examinations; maintain detailed records of injuries, treatment and correspondence with physicians.

6. May assist with athlete insurance claims process; correspond with providers and insurance companies to ensure payment.

Other Duties

1. Evaluate and recommend new techniques and equipment to enhance/benefit the sports medical program.

2. Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of

1. College organization, functions, rules, policies and procedures applicable to assigned areas of responsibility.

2. Methods, practices, terminology and techniques used in athletic training activities, including the prevention of injuries.

3. Principles of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and nutrition.

4. Symptoms of athletic injuries, applicable treatment and first aid methods.

5. Musculoskeletal rehabilitation protocols and techniques.

6. Physical fitness and conditioning programs related to athletics.

7. Health-related physical fitness and weight programs.

8. Rules and regulations applying to safe equipment operation and medical care; safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work.

9. Recordkeeping techniques.

10. Applicable sections of the state education code.

11. Familiarity with Pacific Coast Athletic Conference governing rules.

12. Written and oral communication skills including correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Ability to

1. Assist in the oversight of a community college sports medicine program and its athletic training room.

2. Learn, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures and apply them in a variety of procedural situations.

3. Administer advanced first aid, emergency care and physical therapy.

4. Operate a variety of therapeutic equipment and machines.

5. Understand and safely operate modalities used in athletic therapy.

6. Understand and apply various technical directions issued by team physicians.

7. Work independently with little direction.

8. Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action.

9. Plan and organize work; meet schedules and timelines.

10. Train and provide work direction to others.

11. Work with physically disabled students.

12. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

13. Understand and follow written and oral instructions.

14. Operate a computer and standard business software.

15. Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and disability issues.

16. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

Education & Experience

To be eligible for this position, you must meet and provide evidence of the following minimum qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in kinesiology or a related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Desirable Qualifications

Licenses & Other Requirements

A valid California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the district’s vehicle insurance program.

Certification by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification.

Certification in First Aid and CPR - AED .

Physical Effort

The physical efforts described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Moderate physical activity with intermittent standing, walking, bending and stooping; occasional light lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 35 pounds; ability to work at a computer for extended periods, including repetitive use of a computer keyboard, mouse or other control devices; ability to travel to various locations on and off campus as needed to conduct district business.

Emotional Effort

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships involving interactions and communications personally, by phone and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis; to concentrate on detailed tasks for extended periods and/or intermittently while attending to other responsibilities; to work effectively under pressure on a variety of tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities.

Working Conditions

Primarily either an office environment (athletic training room facility) or athletic event locations; frequently conduct events in an outside environment during possible inclement weather, exposure to dust, dirt, heat, cold, fumes, steam, moisture, noise, etc.; subject to frequent interruptions by individuals in person or by telephone; intermittent exposure to individuals acting in a disagreeable fashion; may work at any district location or authorize facility with occasional evening, weekend and/or holiday hours required on an as-needed basis.

Posting Number

Posting Number S_24/25_070_P

Human Resources Contact Information

Human Resources Contact Information [e-mail] or 760.795.6854

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 06/30/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

First Screening Date

First Screening Date Applications received by the first screening date of June 10, 2025 will be given first consideration. Applications will continue to be accepted until the assignment is filled.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) Certification

Certification in First Aid and CPR-AED for Basic Life Support

Optional Documents