External Events Athletic Trainer - OPS

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Florida Board of Trustees is seeking an Athletic Trainer – External Events to provide on-site medical coverage for various external events. The trainer ensures safety and oversees injuries during camps, tournaments, and community events.

This role requires an ATC certification and eligibility for licensure in Florida, along with CPR/AED certification. Responsibilities include evaluating injuries, administering care, and maintaining emergency equipment readiness. Perfect for those passionate about athletic training and event-based environments.

Qualifications

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

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.
• Document injuries and care provided during events.

Skills

Emergency response skills

Clinical decision-making

First Aid certification

Education

Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)

Licensure in Florida

CPR/AED certification

Job description

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

• 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

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.

TitleIX and NCAA Responsibilities

This position requires a background check and may also require a credit check. The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under TitleIX and 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 TitleIX Administrator or any divisional TitleIX Coordinator. The 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. We strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. UNF 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 cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Notice

At this time, UNF cannot consider candidates who require H‑1B visa sponsorship, regardless of current visa status.