Athletic Trainer

Washington State University; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick and vacation leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, life and disability保险

Retirement

Deferred compensation

Optional supplemental retirement

Training and development

Employee tuition waiver

Job summary

Washington State University Athletics is seeking an Athletic Trainer to join the Athletics Medicine team in Pullman. You will coordinate care, prevent, assess, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries under the guidance of the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine.

The role supports clinical education by mentoring Athletic Training students and supervising ATS and interns, ensuring compliance with NCAA, NATA, and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• BOC Certification required by hire.
• Minimum of two years in intercollegiate or professional team sports medicine.
• Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care, prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
• Supervise, mentor and develop Athletic Training students (ATS) and certified interns.
• Support clinical education and adherence to NCAA, NATA and state guidelines.

Skills

BOC Certification

Intercollegiate sports medicine

Nights and weekends availability

WA Athletic Trainer license within 2 m

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree may substitute for 1 year experience

Job description

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on: November 22, 2026 If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s): 1603-YN_ADMINPRO - Athletic Trainer Business Title: Athletic Trainer Employee Type: Admin.

Professional Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As an Athletic Trainer with Washington State University Athletics you will work under the guidance of the Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine, Olympic Sports, where you will coordinate care, prevent, assess, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries. You will also play an important role in clinical education by assisting with the supervision, mentoring, and development of Athletic Training students participating in the accredited Athletic Training education curriculum program. You will perform all duties in accordance with State, University, Department, NCAA, and NATA expectations, guidelines, and best practices, while ensuring compliance with applicable legislation and laws when appropriate.

Additional Information:

This is a full time (100% FTE), permanent position. This position is overtime eligible.

Monthly Salary: $5,000 - $5,500 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits:

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• Retirement
• Deferred compensation
• Optional supplemental retirement accounts
• Training and development
• Employee tuition waiver

For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• Positions require a Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of demonstrated experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities, and BOC Certification by time of hire.
• A Master's Degree may be substituted for one year of required experience.
• Minimum of two years of work experience within intercollegiate or professional team sports medicine.
• Must be able to obtain a Washington State athletic Trainer license in two months from hire date.
• Must have the ability to work nights and weekends.
• Frequent travel with assigned teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in related field.
• Work experience that demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively and successfully with head and assistant coaches, strength coaches, team physicians and administrators.
• Work experience that demonstrates the necessary skills to successfully supervise Athletic Training Students (ATS) and certified interns.
• Work experience that demonstrates ability to provide clinical ATS instruction.
• Demonstrated interest in evidence based practice as it relates to clinical practice.
• Work experience that demonstrates ability to work successfully with a diverse student population.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:

Full time Position Term: 12 Month

Area/College: Athletics, Intercollegiate Department Name: Athletics Medicine Location: Pullman, WA

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide. WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research that serves the state, nation, and world. With a focus on innovation, excellence, and accountability, continual enhancement of research and educational endeavors are at the core of WSU's strategic priorities. See here for additional information about WSU's statewide locations. View the HRS Benefits website for details on competitive benefits available.

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Notice of Non-Discrimination: In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.