Assistant Athletic Trainer

Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.

To ensure full consideration applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 7/10/2026.

Position Summary:

The intercollegiate athletics program is an integral part of the university striving to achieve the same standards excellence in athletics thatexist within academic programs. Theprogram is concerned with the physical and mental welfare of the student andstrives to ensure that every athlete has the opportunity to succeedacademically and obtain a degree. Sportsprograms are a vital function of the University at large.

The Athletic Trainer reports to the Director of Sports Medicine and Senior Associate Athletic Director/SWA and is responsible for assisting in the direction of all aspects of the athletictraining Program. This position exists to coordinate the prevention management and rehabilitation of athletic injuries sustained by student-athletes in all 15 varsity sport programs serving as the primary athletic trainer for selected sports. An emphasis with Division I athletics experience ispreferred.

Job Duties:

70% Prevent provide acute treatment and rehabilitation for athletic injuries in student-athletes.
Major duties include:

• Serving as the primary athletic trainer for assigned sports including travel with teams
• Student-athlete education
• Assist with inventory budget purchasing and other athletic training administrative functions
• Coordinate with team physicians strength coaches and other necessary personnel for student-athlete healthcare
• Various administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine.

20% Educate and supervise athletic training students including competency sign-offs. Cooperate with the Athletic TrainingEducation Program administrative staff to assist with programs designed toeducate and train future athletic trainers.

10% Implementationof all Sports Medicine policies andprocedures

This position would require ahigh degree of independent thought and critical thinking during potentially life threatening situations. The successful candidate must be able to foresee possible situations that could be
dangerous in athleticcompetition or practice such as lightning or heat illness that would put astudent-athlete at risk. This personmust be able to develop a logical and safe progressive rehabilitation programand be able to determine when it is safe to return a student-athlete back toparticipation while communicating with the team physicians administratorsathletic trainers coaches and student-athletes. The Assistant Athletic Trainer must also be able to superviseand evaluate student athletic trainers while they are performing their athletictraining competency skills. At times the position would demand a high degree of problem solving and multi-tasking ability. Getting athletes physicians parentscoaches and athletic staff working together can be complex because of onesdifferent goals. Effectivecommunication skills are essential in developing and maintaining professionalworking relationships. Effectivedocumentation skills are essential for maintainingappropriate records of student-athletes injuries the treatments and progressions.

This position will provide a positive impact for athletic coverage and treatment of -athletes will receive the opportunity for appropriate care andtreatment of athletic injuries And a possible reduction of injuries due to the increased attention to student-athletes and their activities. Athletic Training studentswill receive more individualized and direct education in a practical/clinicalSetting. The Assistant AthleticTrainer will enhance our educational program and allow the academic Program tosatisfy national accreditation standards.

The Director ofSports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer would supervise and monitor the AssistantAthletic Trainer and his/her athletic training activity regularly and provide feed back on a weekly basis atdepartment meetings. Dailyinteraction with supervision is common. Formalannual evaluations will be performed by the Director of Sports Medicine/HeadAthletic Trainer with assistance from the Senior Associate Athletic Director. Program and employee reviews are doneannually within the Athletic department.

Minimum Qualifications:

A minimum of a Masters Degree in Athletic Training or related field or experience.

Two (2) years of athletic training experience is required. Experience at the Division I collegiate level preferred.

NATA Certification required; Colorado Licensure required/eligible; first-aid CPR and AED certified

Basic computer skills required(Microsoft Office Windows) communication problem solving management supervisory and organizational skills ability to work well under pressure; knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Must be able to work nights andweekends as required.

Benefits:
Benefits available include health dental vision life and long-term disability insurance as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits as well as dependents and spouses ofUNCEmployees who are employed at 0.5FTEor above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley Colorado. UNCs commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognizedas a top university for socialmobilityUNC isproud tobeaHispanicServing Institutionandto serve more than44% ofourundergraduateswhoarethefirst in theirfamily to attend is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals educators and in life. Please visit UNCs Career Hubto learn more about UNCs strategic plan school programs and employee benefits. Go Bears!

EEO Statement
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Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check educational check and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature approval by the Board of Trustees and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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Required Experience:

Junior IC