Athletic Trainer

Western Connecticut State University; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 69,953 - 79,169; Full time

Job summary

Western Connecticut State University seeks a full-time Athletic Trainer for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role covers 23 intercollegiate sports, requires travel, and involves collaboration with interdisciplinary medical staff.

Initial salary placement is within the Athletic Trainer I/II scale with benefits pending approval. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in athletic training, NATABOC and BLS/CPR certifications, and Connecticut licensure (to be obtained).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in athletic training or related field.
• NATABOC and Emergency Cardiac Care (BLS/CPR) certifications.
• Connecticut state licensure (to be obtained).
• Experience with collision sports (preferred).
• Experience with SportsWare technology (preferred).
• Effective written, interpersonal, and public speaking communication skills.
• Availability for regular days, mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Budget management skills for sports medicine (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide athletic training services for assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for student athletes in 23 intercollegiate sports.
• Communicate with interdisciplinary medical professionals in a team environment.
• Review medical clearance of rosters annually and cover specific teams as directed by the Head Athletic Trainer.
• Travel with teams as required.
• Demonstrate professional credentials and maintain licensure as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in athletic training

Tools

SportsWare

Job description

Western Connecticut State University – Intercollegiate Athletics – Athletic Trainer (Academic Year 2026‑2027)

WestConn’s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is accepting applications for a full‑time, 10‑month Athletic Trainer. The start date will be negotiable.

WestConn is committed to a diverse university community and actively encourages people with disabilities, LGBTQIA, BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply. The university is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and continues to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Position Summary

Provide athletic training services for the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for student athletes in 23 intercollegiate sports programs and visiting team members who may need immediate care. Perform effective, confidential communication with interdisciplinary medical professionals in a team environment, review medical clearance of assigned rosters annually, and cover specific teams as directed by the Head Athletic Trainer. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in athletic training or related field.
• Current certifications by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association – Board of Certification (NATABOC) and Emergency Cardiac Care (U.S. Basic Life Support or American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid).
• Connecticut State licensure (to be obtained and maintained).
• Experience working directly with collision sports (preferred).
• Experience with SportsWare technology (preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally (written, interpersonal, public speaking).
• Availability to work regular days, mornings, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays as required.
• Budget management skills for sports medicine management (preferred).
• Competent with credentials and/or experience substantially comparable to the above.

Salary & Benefits

The hiring salary for Athletic Trainer II is $79,169; for Athletic Trainer I is $69,953. WestConn offers a comprehensive benefits package. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis and are not eligible for work‑visa sponsorship.

Application Process

Submit a letter of application outlining interest and qualifications, a current resume, and contact information for at least three professional references. Apply through the following link: https://westernconnecticutstateuniversity.applytojob.com/apply/lDqYG1Esv6/Athletic-Trainer. Position open until filled; priority consideration given to those applying by August 3 2026.

WestConn is an affirmative action equal opportunity educator/employer.