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OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Assistant Athletic Trainer
DIVISION: Administration & Facilities
DEPARTMENT: Athletics and Recreation
BARGAINING UNIT STATUS: ESU, Cat. 13
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Associate Director of Athletics for Sports Medicine
SUPERVISES: Provides functional supervision of up to 10 student employees
SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Assistant Athletic Trainer provides comprehensive healthcare and injury management for student‑athletes across all varsity sports, including prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and medical coverage for practices and competitions. The role supports pre‑participation medical clearance, coordinates care with physicians and external providers and maintains accurate electronic medical and insurance documentation. The position ensures compliance with NCAA, conference, HIPAA, and FERPA standards while contributing to daily athletic training operations and student wellness education. The Assistant Athletic Trainer also serves as a communication liaison among coaches, healthcare professionals, and student‑athletes.
In carrying out these responsibilities, the incumbent follows the University's best practices to build and/or support student academic success and retention and assist in meeting strategic objectives for persistence and timely graduation of all the student population.
EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Student-Athlete Education & Wellness
- Supports student athlete well-being by directing individuals to appropriate mental health resources and supports stress management through education and referral
- Trains coaching staff and student workers on first aid and CPR protocols
- Represents Athletics on university committees related to health and safety, as requested by supervisor
Program Administration, Compliance & Operational Coordination
- Assists with injury prevention, evaluation, care, and rehabilitation of student-athletes
- Coordinates pre-season physicals, manages pre-participation medical clearance, and facilitates scheduling with team physicians and external healthcare providers
- Coordinates insurance claims and medical referrals for student athletes
- Maintains comprehensive medical records and manages insurance documentation, including pre-authorizations, claims, and follow-up communications
- Designs progressive individual rehabilitation programs
- Provides medical coverage for athletic practices and competitions, including home events and select away competitions, across traditional and non-traditional seasons
- Ensures compliance with NCAA, conference and institutional policies and procedures, including the NCAA Principals of Ethical Conduct, and HIPAA and FERPA regulations governing student-athlete health information
- Acts as primary communication liaison between student-athletes, Athletics staff, parents, medical and allied health professionals regarding injury status and return-to-play decisions
- Assists with managing athletic training facilities and the inventory of medical supplies
- Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned and/or the job description changed periodically to reflect changing organizational needs
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Bachelor''''s degree from a CAATE-accredited athletic training program
EXPERIENCE:
Demonstrated (3 years) experience in athletic training in a professional, high school, or collegiate setting and/or gained through clinical education as part of an accredited athletic training degree program
OTHER:
NATA BOC certification
MA Athletic Trainer license
CPR/AED/FIRST AID training and certification
Weekend, evening, and holiday hours are required
Occasional local, regional, and national travel to off-campus locations
Possession of a valid driver's license and eligibility to operate a motor vehicle
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree
- Experience working in a collegiate setting
- Experience in multi-sport, broad-based intercollegiate programs
- CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor
- Experience serving as a clinical preceptor for athletic training students
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and maintain confidentiality
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Proficiency with standard office software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent)
- Commitment to supporting a diverse, inclusive, and respectful campus environment
- Strong commitment to NCAA Division III philosophy
- Knowledge of the evaluation, care, and rehabilitation of sports injuries
- Maintains compliance with local, state, federal, and NCAA laws, guidelines, and regulations
- Ability to maintain professional certification(s) and licensure(s)
- Ability to operate a University-owned motor vehicle to transport members of the University community (e.g., student employees, student athletes), as needed
- Ability to lift, move, and carry at least 50 pounds
- Ability to handle various medical-grade chemicals and substances, as well as potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens
- Ability to stand for long durations of time
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow
- Ability to operate a University-owned motor vehicle to transport students, as needed
SALARY: $65,037-$75,000
UMass Dartmouth offers exciting benefits such as:
- 75% Employer-Paid Health Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- State Pension Retirement Plan
- Optional Retirement Savings Plans
- Tuition Credit (Employee, Spouse, & Dependents)
- Twelve (12) paid holidays
- Paid personal, vacation, and sick time
- And More!
Benefits for ESU Union: ESU
Applicants must be authorized for employment in the U.S. Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.
To apply, please submit a letter of interest, a current resume, and the contact information for three professional references.
The deadline for internal ESU applicants is June 4, 2026.
The review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.