Assistant Athletic Trainer

If you have any questions about the position or our application process, reach out to us at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

Department

Athletics

Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for planning, developing and coaching the team within Smith College and NCAA Division III rules and regulations. Responsible for the recruitment and development of competitive student-athletes.

Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Essential Functions

Assistant Athletic Trainers will provide medical coverage for athletic teams to include:

If you have any questions about the position or our application process, reach out to us at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

Department

Athletics

Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for planning, developing and coaching the team within Smith College and NCAA Division III rules and regulations. Responsible for the recruitment and development of competitive student-athletes.

Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Essential Functions

Assistant Athletic Trainers will provide medical coverage for athletic teams to include:

• Evaluate and manage the care of athletic injuries to determine practice or competition for athletes on intercollegiate teams.

• Recognize injuries, evaluate injuries and provide emergency medical care for injured athletes on site.

• Coordinate rehabilitation programs, treatment protocols and triage athletes with physicians and/or health care professionals.

• Travel with intercollegiate teams to provide treatment and first aid.

• Supervise, train and oversee student workers when they are completing tasks and setting up for athletic events.

• Coordinate and communicate treatment plans for athletes with Health Services and other medical providers.

• Documenting injuries and maintaining student health care records.

• Provide coverage and treatment for club sport athletes.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (education, experience, certifications, licenses, knowledge, skills)

Graduate Degree and 1-5 years experience in Athletics

NATA BOC Certification

MA State AT License

Athletic training skills

Compensation: This position is scheduled for 39 weeks per year (academic year). The prorated salary range for the 39-week schedule is $34,176 – $46,230.

Compensation

In addition to a competitive benefits package, pay for this role is typically between $45,568.27 - $61,651.19 annually covering the middle half of market compensation. Actual compensation will vary based on individual qualifications.

Position Type

Regular

Please attach BOTH a current resume and a cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position . Be sure you have provided all attachments before submitting your application.

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Review of applications will begin

February 25, 2026

About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts.  A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at recruiting-u@smith.edu.

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of  equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty.  The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.

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