Athletic Trainer

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University seeks an Athletic Trainer responsible for providing comprehensive athletic training services to student-athletes. The role involves injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation of athletes, alongside collaboration with coaching and medical staff. Candidates must possess relevant degrees and certifications, ensuring they deliver high-quality health care tailored to the needs of approximately 300 athletes.

Benefits

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

Health Benefits through Aetna

12 Paid Holidays

Retirement System (TSERS)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Campus Recreation Center Discount

Bookstore Discount

Qualifications

• 2-3 years as a certified athletic trainer at the collegiate level.
• Current CPR / AED / First Aid certification.
• NATABOC Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Athletic Trainer with overall administration of training services.
• Evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries.
• Document injuries and coordinate care among medical staff.

Skills

Injury prevention

Rehabilitation

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Classification Information

Classification Type

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Athletic Trainer will assist the Head Athletic Trainer with the overall administration of athletic training services to assigned student-athletes. Primary responsibilities will include injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation, documentation, and coordination of care of injuries and illnesses. The selected candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively with the head athletic trainer, team physicians, head/assistant coaches, strength coaches, and administrators.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Department of Sports Medicine at North Carolina A&T State University exists to provide student-athletes with an opportunity to participate in intercollegiate athletics in the safest and healthiest manner possible. Our staff of certified athletic trainers and team physicians are responsible for the wellness of approximately 300 student-athletes. The North Carolina A&T State University Sports Medicine staff commits itself to providing personalized, comprehensive, contemporary, and effective health care that focuses on the student-athlete. Treatment of injuries and illnesses will be based on sound medical and rehabilitative principles in conjunction with consideration of personal and team goals.

Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field required; Master’s Degree preferred NATABOC Certification required; Must be eligible for North Carolina licensure Minimum of 2-3 years as a certified athletic trainer at the collegiate level with demonstrated football experience Current CPR / AED /First Aid certification

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Required License or Certification

NATABOC Certification required

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Athletic Trainer

Position Number

Position Number 009290

Recruitment Salary Range

Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track No

FTE

FTE 40 hours/week, 12 months

Organizational Division

Organizational Location

Organizational Unit

Posting Number

Posting Number EPA2716

Open Date

Open Date 06/05/2025

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled 06/20/2025

Open Until Filled No

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available

Date Position Available 06/06/2025

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

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Required Documents

Resume

Letter of Reference 1

Letter of Reference 2

Letter of Reference 3

Optional Documents

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