Athletic Trainer

Chicago state university; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago State University in Chicago, IL is seeking an Athletic Trainer to provide care for and prevent athletically-related injuries, including therapeutic rehabilitation to return student-athletes to competition. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, NATA certification, and CPR/AED.

Travel with teams to away contests may be necessary. Responsibilities include clinical assessment, treatment planning, and collaboration with coaches and medical staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus two years of relevant experience and NATA certification.
• First aid, CPR and AED certification required.
• Ability to work flexible schedule and travel with teams to away contests when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an authority, provide expertise in athletic training.
• Maintain knowledge of legislation, rules, regulations, tools and developments in the field.
• Plan and execute rehabilitation and prevention strategies for student-athletes.
• Coordinate relationships with university staff and external partners.
• Supervise and train staff or students as needed.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

NATA certification

First aid, CPR and AED certification

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Chicago State University is committed to diversity and inclusion in our campus community and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to join our team. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provide equal opportunity in our educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, gender, religion, age, ability, sexual orientation or national origin.

Position Information

Posting Number S26331P

Posting Date 02/23/2026

Title Athletic Trainer

Working Title Athletic Trainer

Salary Range $50,000 Annual

Employee Class Administrator

Department Full-time/ Part-time

Full-time/ Part-time Full-time

Hours Per Week 40

Standard Work Week Monday-Friday, some weekends are required

The Athletic Trainer provides care for and aids in the prevention of athletically-related injuries, including therapeutic rehabilitation to allow for return to competition, while prioritizing the welfare of student-athletes.

Job Description

• 1. Serve as an authority, provide expertise, and perform highly specialized work in field.
• 2. Exercise knowledge and methodology of a profession or specialized field.
• 3. Keep abreast of relevant legislation, rules, regulations, tools, procedures, technical specifications, and developments in the field.
• 4. Pursue professional development activities to expand knowledge.
• 5. Provide specialized services, investigate and trouble-shoot problems.
• 6. Plan and execute complex projects in field of expertise.
• 7. Analyze data and information, evaluate and summarize findings.
• 8. Research, conceptualize, define and communicate ideas and issues; provide insight, recommend action, and pursue solutions to problems.
• 9. Provide advice and counsel, serving as a “consultant” to other staff members within the unit, campus, or the general public, within the unique area of expertise.
• 10. Formulate policy based on judgment and expert knowledge of a particular area.
• 11. Identify and evaluate resources and obtain information relevant to a specialized area.
• 12. Coordinate working relationships with peers and other appropriate University personnel to achieve defined goals and objectives.
• 13. May supervise and/or train other staff members or students.
• 14. Represent the unit on various campus committees or teams related to the specialize area.
• 15. Act as liaison with other skilled specialists throughout the state and nationwide.
• 16. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, plus two years of relevant experience; National Athletic Trainers Association ( NATA ) certification; first aid, CPR and AED certification; ability to work flexible schedule and travel with teams to away contests, where necessary. As a staff member within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, the person assuming this position is responsible for knowledge of and compliance with institutional, conference and NCAA rules, both those general in nature and those which apply specifically to their job responsibilities. Knowledge of and compliance with NCAA rules is a condition of employment in this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced training or experience in a collegiate or professional sports environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The person assuming this position must possess: interpersonal and verbal communication skills; ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies; critical thinking and problem solving aptitude; ability to initiate appropriate action to resolve challenging issues; organizational and time management skills to effectively prioritize and manage projects; and conscious customer service orientation.

Additional Applicant Information

Chicago State University is committed to diversity and inclusion in our campus community and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to join our team. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and provide equal opportunity in our educational programs and activities, admission of students and conditions of employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, gender, religion, age, ability, sexual orientation or national origin.

Physical Requirement/ Demands

Ability to maintain emotional control in stressful situations. Frequent interstate and statewide travel; prolonged and irregular hours; and exposure to outdoor weather conditions including sun and heat.

Athletic training room, practice facilities and competitive sport venues.