Asst/Assoc Athletic Director

American International College; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

American International College in Springfield, MA, seeks an Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and Performance to lead athletic training and performance services for ~650 student-athletes. You will supervise staff, set standards of care, and coordinate with campus health services, the team physicians, and our PT partners.

The role includes direct athletic training coverage for Football and Golf, policy development, budgeting and strategic planning as part of the Athletics leadership

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; BOC-ATC certification preferred.
• Massachusetts AT license or eligibility to obtain by start date.
• 3–5 years of experience as a certified athletic trainer, including football coverage.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience; strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Athletic Training and Sports Performance staff, including hiring, onboarding and supervision.
• Publish daily clinic schedules and sport coverage assignments.
• Oversee strength and conditioning and weight room operations with the performance staff.
• Serve on the Athletics Senior Leadership Team and contribute to policy, budget and strategy.
• Act as Head Athletic Trainer for Football and primary for Golf; ensure coverage and care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

CPR/First Aid

Education

Master's degree

BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)

Massachusetts AT license or eligibility

CPR/AED certification

Job description

About AIC Athletics

American International College in Springfield, Massachusetts sponsors 22 NCAA Division II varsity programs and approximately 600 student-athletes, competing in the Northeast-10 Conference. The department is built on grit, resilience and a team-first mentality. We embrace our underdog identity and believe that success comes from everyone working toward a common goal — and that comprehensive care for the whole student-athlete is central to that success.

Position Summary

The Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and Performance leads all athletic training and sports performance services for AIC Athletics. This person sets the standard of care for nearly 650 student-athletes, manages and develops the sports medicine and strength and conditioning staff, and serves as the department's primary connection to campus health services, the team physician group and our physical therapy partners.

As a member of the department's senior leadership team, the Assistant AD helps shape departmental policy, budget and strategy. The position also carries direct athletic training coverage as primary athletic trainer for Football and Golf.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and Staff Management

• Oversee the Athletic Training and Sports Performance staff, including hiring, onboarding, training and day-to-day supervision.
• Conduct annual goal setting and performance reviews with each staff member, with regular check-ins throughout the year.
• Build and publish daily Athletic Training Clinic schedules and sport coverage assignments that balance student-athlete access to care with sustainable staff workloads.
• Oversee strength and conditioning and weight room operations in coordination with the sports performance staff.
• Serve on the Athletics Department Senior Leadership Team, contributing to departmental strategy, policy and decision-making.

Campus and External Partnerships

• Serve as the athletics liaison to the campus Health Center and Accommodation Services, coordinating care, referrals, academic and physical accommodations, and return-to-learn plans for student-athletes.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Team Physician, coordinating game coverage, on-campus clinics, referrals and standing orders.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the department's Physical Therapy partnership, coordinating in-house rehabilitation services and return-to-play communication.

Clinical Care and Sport Coverage

• Serve as Head Athletic Trainer for Football and primary athletic trainer for Golf, including practice, competition and travel coverage.
• Provide prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and return-to-play care consistent with the BOC Standards of Professional Practice and Massachusetts licensure requirements.

Policy, Compliance and Administration

• Develop, maintain and annually review sports medicine policies and procedures, including emergency action plans, concussion management, catastrophic injury, heat illness and medication management protocols.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, Northeast-10 and institutional health and safety legislation, including pre-participation exams, medical documentation and sickle cell trait screening.
• Oversee electronic medical records, injury tracking and secondary insurance claims processes.
• Manage the sports medicine and sports performance budgets, inventory, supplies and equipment.
• Promote student-athlete mental health resources and coordinate referrals with campus and external providers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Board of Certification (BOC) Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• Massachusetts Athletic Trainer license, or eligibility to be licensed in Massachusetts by the start date
• 3–5 years of experience as a certified athletic trainer, including football coverage
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience
• Current CPR/AED certification for the Professional Rescuer (or equivalent)
• Strong communication, organizational and conflict-resolution skills, and the ability to work with a diverse population of students, coaches and staff
• Valid driver's license and successful completion of a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience as a certified athletic trainer
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience