Head Athletic Trainer

Eastern CT State University; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Connecticut State University seeks a Head Athletic Trainer to lead and oversee the athletic training program for varsity and club teams. The role involves strategic direction, clinical oversight, and collaboration with sports medicine professionals to ensure compliance with NCAA health standards.

This is a 12-month, full-time position reporting to the Director of Athletics. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree in a related field, Connecticut licensure as an athletic trainer,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Healthcare Administration or a related field.
• Licensed in the State of Connecticut as an athletic trainer.
• BOC ATC Credential.
• Minimum of five years of athletic training experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and clinical oversight for a comprehensive athletic training program.
• Coordinate sports medicine services with other professionals and ensure NCAA health and safety compliance.
• Develop athletic healthcare policies.
• Travel is required; night and weekend work may be required.

Education

Master’s degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Healthcare Administration or related field

PhD in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Healthcare Administration

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Head Athletic Trainer
RANK: Level III
DEPARTMENT: Athletics
SUPERVISOR: Director of Athletics

Eastern Connecticut State University is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Head Athletic Trainer position. Eastern is Connecticut's Public Liberal Arts University and is located in Willimantic, Connecticut which is 1.5 hours from Boston and 2.5 hours from New York City. Eastern is one of four universities in the Connecticut State College and University System (CSCU). The position also offers substantial health and retirement benefits.

Position Summary

The Head Athletic Trainer provides strategic leadership and clinical oversight for a comprehensive athletic training program supporting varsity and club sport student‑athletes. The role supports organization and administration of sports medicine services, coordination of services with other sports medicine professionals, NCAA health and safety compliance, and athletic healthcare policy development. Minimum travel is required, although night and weekend work may be required. The successful candidate will have a major influence on future student‑athlete wellness initiatives. This is a full‑time, 12‑month position, reporting to the Director of Athletics.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Healthcare Administration or a related field
• Licensed in the State of Connecticut as an athletic trainer
• Board of Certification (BOC) ATC Credential
• Minimum of five years of athletic training experience

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Healthcare Administration
• Experience leading or overseeing a sports medicine program
• Prior experience in collegiate athletic training
• Knowledge of strength and conditioning practices
• First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification

To Apply

Applicants should upload a cover letter, current resume and contact information of three professional references to JazzHR. The application portal is: Head Athletic Trainer - Eastern CT State University - Career Page. Cover letter should be addressed to Chair, Search Committee for the Head Athletic Trainer position. Applications submitted by July 20, 2026, will receive highest consideration.

Compensation and Employee Benefits

The Head Athletic Trainer is compensated at the Rank III salary level in accordance with Connecticut State University American Association of University Professors (AAUP). The State of Connecticut and Eastern Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits. Fringe benefits include paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans. For more information, please visit Bargaining Agreements/Pay Plans - Eastern. For more detailed information, please visit Human Resources - Eastern.

EEO Statement

Eastern Connecticut State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non‑discrimination policies: LaMar Coleman, Ed.D., Vice President for Equity and Diversity. Dr. Coleman can be reached at: 860-465-5112 or via email at: [e-mail].