External Events Athletic Trainer - OPS

University of North Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Florida is seeking an Athletic Trainer – External Events to provide on-site medical coverage for non-athletic events hosted within UNF Athletics facilities. You will assess injuries, deliver care, and coordinate emergency response to ensure participant safety during camps, tournaments, and facility rentals.

The role requires BOC-ATC certification, Florida licensure or eligibility, current CPR/AED/First Aid, and flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• ATC certification through the Board of Certification (BOC) is required.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Florida.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
• Strong emergency response and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site athletic training services for external events.
• Evaluate and treat acute injuries and medical conditions.
• Administer first aid and emergency care as needed.
• Coordinate EMS activation when necessary.
• Document injuries and care provided during events.
• Verify medical supplies and equipment are stocked and available.
• Maintain AED readiness and emergency equipment accessibility.

Skills

Athletic training

Emergency response

First aid

CPR/AED

Education

BOC-ATC certified

Florida licensure (or eligible)

Job description

Department Athletics, Facilities & Operations-OPS Compensation $30.00 Hourly

Position Summary

The Athletic Trainer – External Events provides on-site medical coverage for non-athletic external events hosted within UNF Athletics facilities. This position ensures participant safety, injury evaluation, emergency response, and medical oversight during camps, tournaments, community events, corporate functions, and other facility rentals.

Primary Responsibilities

Medical Coverage & Injury Care

• Provide on-site athletic training services for external events

• Evaluate and treat acute injuries and medical conditions

• Administer first aid and emergency care as needed

• Coordinate EMS activation when necessary

• Document injuries and care provided during events

Risk Management & Emergency Preparedness

• Verify medical supplies and equipment are stocked and available

• Maintain AED readiness and emergency equipment accessibility

Required Qualifications

• Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) through the Board of Certification (BOC)
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Florida
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification
• Strong emergency response and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends

Work Schedule

• Event-based scheduling
• Hours vary depending on event duration and complexity

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX CoordinatorThe holder of this position is responsible for any NCAA and Atlantic Sun Conference bylaws and guidelines that a member of the UNF Athletic Compliance Department provides in addition to all UNF regulations. The individual must also assure that NCAA, Conference and UNF regulations are followed to the best of their knowledge and any violations thereof are reported to UNF Athletic Compliance.

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.