Athletic Trainer, Club Sports
The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
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Job summary
The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a committed Athletic Trainer for Club Sports at Fairfield University. This full-time position focuses on providing preventative care, injury evaluation, and health education for student-athletes participating in the Club Sports Program.
Qualified applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or a related field, be CPR and First Aid certified, and have experience in collegiate athletics.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field required.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Strong knowledge of sports medicine and rehabilitation techniques.
Responsibilities
- Provide preventative care and injury evaluation for Club Sports.
- Develop rehabilitation plans for injured participants.
- Collaborate with health-care providers and maintain treatment records.
Skills
Education
Job description
Fairfield University is a co‑educational, comprehensive Jesuit university located on a 200‑acre campus in Fairfield, CT. It serves approximately 3,500 undergraduate and 1,200 graduate students across five schools: The College of Arts and Sciences; The Charles F. Dolan School of Business; The School of Engineering; The Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies; and School of Education and Human Development. The university promotes a liberal humanistic approach to education, encouraging critical thinking, cultivating inquiry, and fostering ethical and religious values.
Department: Recreation – Club Sports
Reports to: Associate Director of Competitive Sports
Job Type: Full‑Time
The Athletic Trainer for Club Sports provides preventative care, injury evaluation, first aid, rehabilitation support, and health and safety education for participants within Fairfield University’s Club Sports Program. The position supports student‑athletes through injury prevention initiatives, emergency response, rehabilitation planning, and collaboration with campus and external health‑care resources. The Athletic Trainer serves as the primary medical resource for Club Sports and works closely with Competitive Sports staff, student leaders, coaches, University Health Services, and external providers to support participant well‑being and reduce program risk.
- Frequent exposure to bloodborne pathogens and potentially hazardous materials
- Evening and weekend hours required
- Travel and attendance at practices, competitions, and special events may be required
- Physical activity including standing, lifting, emergency response, and field/court coverage
- Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, or related field required
- Master’s degree preferred
- Certified Athletic Trainer credential required
- Current certification through the Board of Certification (BOC)
- Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days
- Licensed in the State of Connecticut or ability to obtain within 30 days
- Strong knowledge of sports medicine, injury assessment, and rehabilitation techniques
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Minimum of 2–3 years of athletic training experience preferred
- Experience in collegiate recreation, club sports, collegiate athletics, or similar setting preferred
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with student leaders and campus partners
- Experience with concussion management, emergency planning, and injury rehabilitation preferred
- Providing immediate first aid and emergency response for Club Sports participants
- Evaluating injuries and determining appropriate treatment recommendations
- Providing coverage for identified high‑risk club sports practices, competitions, and special events
- Assessing participant readiness for return to activity following injury or illness
- Responding to emergency situations and coordinating emergency medical services when necessary
- Developing rehabilitation and recovery plans for injured participants within scope of practice
- Implementing functional return‑to‑play progressions following injury or surgery
- Coordinating referrals and follow‑up care with University Health Services, physicians, specialists, and external health‑care providers
- Maintaining communication regarding participant restrictions and participation recommendations as appropriate
- Designing and implementing injury prevention initiatives and educational programming
- Conducting baseline concussion testing and concussion management protocols for designated high‑risk club sports
- Providing participant education related to injury prevention, recovery, hydration, wellness, and safe participation practices
- Supporting club officers and coaches in creating safer training and competition environments
- Collaborating with Competitive Sports staff to review and maintain the Club Sports Risk Matrix and sport classifications
- Developing and maintaining Club Sports Emergency Action Plans and emergency procedures
- Supporting student officer and coach training related to safety expectations and emergency response
- Completing injury documentation and incident reporting procedures for all athletic training responses
- Assisting in departmental safety planning and risk mitigation efforts
- Maintaining accurate and confidential treatment and injury records
- Managing athletic training equipment, supplies, and inventory
- Recommending purchases and program enhancements related to athletic training services
- Assisting with tracking program needs and supporting budget planning
- Maintaining compliance with applicable medical documentation standards
- Processing insurance claims for all medical bills and expenses on each student
- Maintaining up‑to‑date records on each injured student athlete
- Ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and protocols for handling bloodborne pathogens and hazardous materials
- Following applicable University, departmental, and governing body policies and procedures
- Supporting the implementation of risk management standards and participation requirements
- Promoting effective and professional interactions throughout the University community
- Participating in department meetings, trainings, and committee work as requested
- Maintaining professional development through continuing education, conferences, certifications, and association involvement
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to enhance Club Sports services and student experience
- Contributing to annual assessment and strategic planning efforts
- Promoting the proper utilization of equipment, materials, and staff
- Notifying supervisor immediately of any unsafe working conditions
- May perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support the mission and goals of Recreation and Competitive Sports
- Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills
- Excellent leadership, decision‑making, and communication skills; both verbal and written
- Ability to educate and work effectively with college students
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in dynamic environments
- Commitment to student development, wellness, and creating a positive participant experience
Fairfield University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change and new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
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