Assistant Athletics Trainer for Football

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Programs

12 Holidays Each Year

Job summary

NC State University seeks an Assistant Athletics Trainer for Football in Raleigh, NC. The role provides medical care for student-athletes, including prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation under supervision of the Medical Director.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, inventory control, and collaboration with coaches and physicians. The position requires NATABOC certification and NC licensure eligibility, with travel and emergency care as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required.
• NATABOC Certification and eligibility for NC Board license.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Computer competency.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Athletic Trainer for assigned football team, including prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries.
• Maintain medical records and ensure proper evaluation and documentation.
• Collaborate with team physicians, coaches and staff; travel with teams as needed.
• Manage inventory and assist with facility operations and budget requests.
• Ensure compliance with NATA Code of Ethics and applicable bylaws.
• Provide emergency care and maintain drug testing and physical examination programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Posting Number

PG194908EP

Internal Recruitment

No

Working Title

Assistant Athletics Trainer for Football

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with experience

Work Schedule

M-F 8am-5pm with nights, weekend and holidays as needed.

Job Location

Raleigh, NC

Department

Athletics

About the Department

The mission of the NC State University Department of Athletics is to prepare student-athletes to compete at the highest level and to inspire them to be leaders now and for the future by providing the best environment to achieve their athletic, academic, and personal aspirations as well as providing support for the professional development of our coaches and staff, all within the role of the greater institutional relationships to the University. The Sports Medicine Department is responsible for providing medical care for student athletes.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here,, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

This position serves as an Athletic Trainer to assigned team. Responsibilities include: care of student-athletes, to include prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of the injured student-athletes under the supervision of the Medical Director; assisting with preparation of budget requests and managing inventory of supplies for athletic training facility operations; interfacing with coaches regarding injured student-athletes; following the NATA Code of Ethics; remaining current on all state and national requirements for license renewal; agreeing to comply with all University, ACC, and NCAA bylaws and legislation; supervises student workers and Graduate Assistants; assisting in the daily operation of the athletic training facility; ensuring proper use of equipment and facilities by student-athletes; working with Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and the Medical Director in providing proper evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injured student-athletes; maintaining medical records on student-athletes to include physical examinations, insurance information and injury evaluation reports; attending scheduled team practices and events, including traveling with teams, as assigned; providing emergency care when indicated; assisting with maintenance of athletic training facility equipment; and assisting with annual physical examinations and drug testing program; This position will serve as an Athletic Trainer in the Department of Athletics for assigned sport(s). The Athletic Trainer is responsible for performing duties associated with the care of student-athletes, per the five major professional practice domains, under the supervision of the Team Physician.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Works with the Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and Team Physicians in providing comprehensive healthcare to our student-athletes
• Injury and illness prevention and wellness promotion
• Examination, assessment and diagnosis
• Immediate and emergency care
• Therapeutic intervention
• Performs and takes responsibility for health care administrative duties assigned
• Maintains medical records on student-athletes to include physical examinations and screenings, insurance information, injury evaluation and treatment records
• Attends scheduled meetings, team practices and events, including traveling with assigned team(s) and assist with providing secondary and conflict coverage
• Assists in operating the athletic training room/sports medicine facilities
• Assists with maintenance of athletic training room/sports medicine facility equipment
• Ensures proper use of equipment and facilities by student-athletes
• Assists with annual physical examinations and drug testing program
• Assists with preparation of budget requests and managing inventory of supplies for athletic training room/sports medicine operations
• Interfaces with coaches regarding injured student-athletes
• Appropriately communicates with members of administration and Pack Performance members, regarding participation status of student-athletes
• Agrees to follow and comply with: NATA Code of Ethics, BOC Standards of Professional Practice, and Disciplinary Guidelines and Procedures, continuing competence (education) requirements, and all additional regulatory agency statutes, University, ACC, and NCAA bylaws, guidelines, legislation, and mandates
• Remains current and compliant with all state and national requirements for certification and licensure
• Perform other duties as requested by the Sr. Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine and Head Athletic Trainer
• Sport assignment may be changed at the discretion of the Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine in coordination with the Department of Athletics

Other Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as requested by the Assistant Athletics Director for Sports Medicine.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree.

Other Required Qualifications

• Computer competency.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Division I/Pro Football experience preferred.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• NATABOC Certification
• Must be eligible for NC Board of Athletic Training license.

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Job Open Date

09/23/2026

Anticipated Close Date

10/07/2026

Position Number

00103959

Position Type

EPS/SAAO

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)

1.00

Appointment

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory - Medical Emergencies

Department ID

106001 - Athletics - Student Welfare & Development

EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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