Athletic Trainer

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

12 Paid Holidays

NCFlex benefits

TSERS retirement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Campus Recreation Center Discount

University Bookstore Discount

Job summary

NC A&T State University is seeking an Athletic Trainer to assist the Head Athletic Trainer in administering the athletic training program. The role includes injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, medical records management, and coverage for practices and games, including travel.

The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's in Athletic Training, BOC certification, NC licensure or eligibility, and 1-3 years of collegiate experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training; must be BOC certified and eligible for NC licensure.
• 1-3 years of certified experience; CPR/AED/First Aid certification required.
• Experience at the collegiate level preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays; travel required.
• Must pass a background screening; valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to/from work.

Responsibilities

• The Athletic Trainer will assist the Head Athletic Trainer with the overall administration of the athletic training program.
• Responsibilities include injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation; maintaining accurate medical records, practice and game coverage, including travel.
• Pre-participation evaluations; coordinating medical insurance claims; and supervising student athletic trainers and volunteers.
• Additional duties may be assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

Skills

CPR/AED/First Aid

Driver’s license

Travel readiness

Collegiate athletics experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training

BOC certification

NC athletic training licensure or eligibility

Job description

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 the athletic training program. Responsibilities include injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation; maintaining accurate medical records, practice and game coverage, including travel; pre-participation evaluations; coordinating medical insurance claims; and supervising student athletic trainers and volunteers. Additional duties may be assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Sports Medicine unit at NC 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 NC 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 or Master’s degree in Athletic Training. Must be BOC certified and possess NC athletic training licensure (or be eligible for licensure). 1-3 years of certified experience; Current CPR / AED /First Aid certification. Experience at the collegiate level preferred. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Travel required. Medium strength is required to position student-athletes for examination. May assist student-athletes as needed, helping them on and off the exam table. Must successfully pass a background screening. Must hold a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation to/from work.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Required License or Certification

Must be BOC certified and possess NC athletic training licensure (or be eligible for licensure).

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 009014

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 EPA3208

Open Date

Open Date 09/09/2026

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

Open Until Filled Yes

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 on the status of the search

Date Position Available

Date Position Available 9/5/2026

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.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3
• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)

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