Federal Work Study - Sports Medicine Assistant

Albany State University; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

The Athletic Training Student Assistant role at Albany State University supports the daily operations of the Sports Medicine Department, focusing on treatment room prep, hydration, equipment management, facility organization, and administrative duties while promoting a safe environment for student-athletes.

Sponsorship is not available for this position. The role requires weekend and night availability and physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds, with on-campus duties across Albany, GA.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Albany State student enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to follow instructions, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment.
• Positive attitude with strong customer service and a team-first mindset.
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 40 pounds.
• Able to work a consistent schedule; weekends and nights will be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily setup and cleanup of the athletic training room.
• Prepare and restock treatment tables, first aid supplies, and hydration stations.
• Assist with laundry, towel distribution, and organization of medical equipment.
• Help maintain inventory of athletic training supplies and report items needing replacement.
• Assist with pre-practice and game-day preparations as directed by the athletic training staff.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe athletic training facility.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including filing, documentation, and inventory records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the athletic training staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Time management

Reliability

Customer service

Physical stamina

Schedule flexibility

Education

Albany State student status

Tools

CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Job description

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Job Summary

The Athletic Training Student Assistant supports the daily operations of the Sports Medicine Department by assisting with treatment room preparation, hydration, equipment management, facility organization, and administrative duties while promoting a safe environment for student-athletes.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily setup and cleanup of the athletic training room.
• Prepare and restock treatment tables, first aid supplies, and hydration stations.
• Assist with laundry, towel distribution, and organization of medical equipment.
• Help maintain inventory of athletic training supplies and report items needing replacement.
• Assist with pre-practice and game-day preparations as directed by the athletic training staff.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe athletic training facility.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including filing, documentation, and inventory records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the athletic training staff.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a current Albany State student enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to follow instructions, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment.
• Positive attitude with strong customer service and a team‑first mindset.
• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 40 pounds.
• Able to work a consistent schedule; weekends and nights will be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
• Student with a major in Health and Human Performance preferred.

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone], or by email at [e-mail]. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at [phone], or by email at [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating others with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:

• a credit check completed for “Positions of Trust” and/or approved departmental purchase card usage.
• a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle.
• a successful pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at [phone]. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.