Head Athletic Trainer

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Wilberforce (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Central State University seeks a Head Athletic Trainer to lead its sports medicine program and deliver comprehensive healthcare for student-athletes across 13 NCAA Division II programs. The role oversees injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and return‑to‑play, while supervising staff and coordinating with team physicians and campus wellness leadership.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, BOC certification, Ohio licensure eligibility, CPR/First

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field.
• BOC Certification.
• Eligible for Ohio AT licensure.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certified.
• 3–5 years of athletic training experience, preferably collegiate.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of the athletic training room and sportsmedicine program.
• Supervise the part-time athletic trainer, student workers, and interns.
• Coordinate care with team physicians, physical therapists, and outside medical providers.
• Oversee athletic training inventory, equipment, and budget.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, SIAC, NATA, BOC, and Ohio licensure standards.
• Provide on-site injury evaluation, emergency care, and acute injury management.
• Develop and administer individualized treatment and rehabilitation programs.
• Conduct pre-participation screenings and maintain accurate medical documentation.
• Travel with assigned teams and attend home competitions and practices.
• Implement injury prevention programs and recovery protocols.
• Educate student-athletes on nutrition, conditioning, and safe training practices.
• Partner with Health & Wellness on campuswide wellness initiatives.
• Communicate effectively regarding injury status and return-to-play expectations.
• Participate in department meetings, safety initiatives, and training sessions.
• Support drug education and sports performance programming.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field

BOC Certification

Eligible for Ohio AT licensure

CPR, First Aid, AED certified

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number 0801790

Classification Title Head Athletic Trainer

Working Title

Department Athletics

Department Contact Email [e-mail]

Job Summary/Basic Function

Central State University ( CSU ), an 1890 Land-Grant Institutionand NCAA Division II member of the SIAC, is committed to excellencein academics, athletics, and student development. With 13 varsitysports and a mission rooted in service, leadership, and community,CSU provides a holistic student-athlete experience grounded inhealth, wellness, and performance.

Position Overview

Central State University seeks a Head Athletic Trainer to lead the sports medicine program and provide comprehensive healthcareservices for student-athletes across 13 NCAA Division II programs. This position oversees all aspects of injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-playprocedures. The Head Athletic Trainer also supervises a part‑time athletic trainer and collaborates closely with team physicians and the Director of Health & Wellness to align athletics and campuswellness initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Sports Medicine Leadership

• Direct daily operations of the athletic training room and sportsmedicine program.
• Supervise the part-time athletic trainer, student workers, and interns.
• Coordinate care with team physicians, physical therapists, and outside medical providers.
• Oversee athletic training inventory, equipment, and budget.
• Ensure compliance with NCAA, SIAC, NATA, BOC, and Ohio licensurestandards.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide on-site injury evaluation, emergency care, and acuteinjury management.
• Develop and administer individualized treatment andrehabilitation programs.
• Conduct pre-participation screenings and maintain accurate medical documentation.
• Travel with assigned teams and attend home competitions andpractices.

Injury Prevention & Wellness

• Implement injury prevention programs and recoveryprotocols.
• Educate student-athletes on nutrition, conditioning, and safetraining practices.
• Partner with Health & Wellness on campuswide wellnessinitiatives.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate effectively regarding injury status and return-to-play expectations.
• Participate in department meetings, safety initiatives, and training sessions.
• Support drug education and sports performance programming.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field.
• BOC Certification.
• Eligible for Ohio AT licensure.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certified.
• 3–5 years of athletic training experience, preferably collegiate.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Experience supervising athletic training staff.
• NCAA or Division II experience.

Posting Date 08/04/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Position Category

Staff - Monthly (Exempt)

Budgeted Annual Salary

Commensurate with experience

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents