Head Athletic Trainer - Leadership & Program Growth

NATA; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Junior College in Hobbs seeks a Head Athletic Trainer to lead the athletic training program, supervise student trainers, and ensure top-level care for teams. The role involves budget oversight, academic advising for student-athletes, facility maintenance, and collaboration with the Director of Athletics to support the NMJC Strategic Plan and community outreach.

You will develop travel documentation, uphold compliance with the NMJC handbooks, and drive program growth, safety, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred from a regionally accredited institution.
• Successful community college coaching experience preferred.
• Applicant must be committed to excellence in coaching.

Responsibilities

• Recruit high character student workers representing NMJC through leadership and grit.
• Organize and oversee the athletic training room and supervise student trainers.
• Maintain operating budget and follow NMJC purchasing procedures.
• Provide academic advising to student-athletes for degree plans and outcomes.
• Manage maintenance and improvements of the athletic training facility.
• Provide leadership that cultivates discipline and guidance per handbooks.
• Plan and execute team travel documentation and post-travel reconciliation.
• Fulfill duties for committees and faculty expectations as needed.
• Engage team in community service and sports camps to enhance community ties.
• Collaborate with campus resources to boost student success, safety, and welfare.
• Support NMJC Athletic Strategic Plan and program growth.
• Complete professional development assignments within the term dates.

Skills

Budget management

Leadership

Coaching

Academic advising

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

New Mexico Junior College in Hobbs seeks a Head Athletic Trainer to lead the athletic training program, supervise student trainers, and ensure top-level care for teams. The role involves budget oversight, academic advising for student-athletes, facility maintenance, and collaboration with the Director of Athletics to support the NMJC Strategic Plan and community outreach.

You will develop travel documentation, uphold compliance with the NMJC handbooks, and drive program growth, safety, and