Head Football Athletic Trainer

Davita Inc.; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ball State University is seeking a Head Football Athletic Trainer for a full-time position. The role includes managing health care for the football program, evaluating injuries, and supervising student trainers. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Affordable Healthcare

Retirement

Tuition Remission

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development

Qualifications

• NATA certification and Indiana Athletic Trainer State License required.
• 3+ years NCAA Division 1 or professional athletic training experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily health care operations for athletics.
• Evaluate injuries and make referrals.
• Supervise student trainers.

Skills

Athletic Training

Injury Assessment

Rehabilitation Programs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Ball State is a great place to work! In fact, Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer-and the only recognized education institution-in the State of Indiana.
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Ball State University welcomes applications for a Head Football Athletic Trainer.
This full-time opportunity includes a generous benefits package with health insurance, retirement programs, educational assistance, and much more.

Perform duties as assigned with the Athletics health care program. Serve as the Head Athletic Trainer for the football program, as directed by the Director of Sports Medicine.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university by date of appointment; NATA certification; Indiana Athletic Trainer State License or eligible for licensure.

At least three years of athletic training experience gained on a full or part-time basis at the NCAA Division 1 or professional level.

Master's degree from an accredited college or university.

At least two years of full or part-time experience serving as an athletic trainer with an NCAA Division 1 or professional football team.

Student Trainers.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Position Title	Head Football Athletic Trainer
About this Opportunity
Benefits and Community	Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options. Affordable Healthcare Retirement Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse) Paid Parental Leave Professional Development Curious about benefits calculations? Please visit the following link to explore: https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs
Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana:	https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work
FLSA	Learned Professional Exemption
Hrs/Week	40
Length of Assignment	Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Minimum Education
Minimum Experience
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Authorization to work in the US	Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Preferred Experience
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Pre-Employment Screening	Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
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Duties & Responsibilities

Make recommendations for the coordination of the day-to-day operations of the health care program for Intercollegiate Athletics.

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Serve as the head athletic trainer for the football program.

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Evaluate injuries and make physician referral decisions for assigned sports.

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Design and implement, in coordination with the team physician, all rehabilitation and therapeutic programs for assigned sports.

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Work in conjunction with other members of the athletic training staff, to supervise the athletic training graduate assistants; supervise students in the athletic training major.

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Provide athletic training services to assigned sport, including travel and coverage for home/away events.

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Coordinate with the Strength and Conditioning Coach regarding programs for injured and rehabilitating athletes.

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Provide athletic training services to assigned sport, including travel and coverage for home/away events.

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Show commitment to and responsibility for, adherence to all rules and regulations of Ball State University, the Mid-American Conference and the NCAA.

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Perform other related duties as assigned.

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Posting Detail Information

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring valuesand describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.

Posting Number	202501765P
Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	07/07/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date	06/13/2025
Applications Accepted Through Date	06/22/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
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