Job Description

Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace  

As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. 

For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery. 

As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible

The Opportunity

Job Description

Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace  

As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. 

For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery. 

As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible

The Opportunity

The Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Athletics Department is currently accepting applications for the Assistant Athletic Trainer. Reporting to the Director of Sports Medicine, this role assists with all athletic training services for the intercollegiate athletic teams. This position will facilitate practice and game coverage for the intercollegiate athletic program and all activities of the Sports Medicine office and athletic training/rehabilitation area.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Assist the Director of Sports Medicine in the prevention, management, and acute and post-acute care of injuries encountered in competitive athletics.
• Assist the Director of Sports Medicine in providing rehabilitative therapy for individual student-athletes when referred by a Team Physician.
• Assist the Director of Sports Medicine in coordinating substance abuse education and screening
• Consult with Strength and Conditioning staff and coaching staff on conditioning programs, safety of proper athletic equipment, equipment safety, and safety of facilities and grounds at competitive venues.
• For assigned sport, present at all home and away contests and practices.
• Assist in pre-season physical assessment for all student-athletes.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a current records management system, including all sport examinations, health questionnaires, athletic insurance information, daily injury reports, and treatment records. Participate in the NCAA Injury Surveillance System (ISS) as injury records system interface allows.
• Assist the Director of Sports Medicine in supervision of athletic training facilities.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!  

• Health Benefits:  Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you! 

• Tuition Coverage:  Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.   

• Retirement Contributions:  ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period. 

• Generous Time Off:  Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.   

Current Embry-Riddle employees:  Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday. 

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website. 

Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Masters’ Degree or one year post baccalaureate Sports Medicine Fellowship with a strong emphasis in athletic training.
• Must be certified in first-aid, CPR, and a certified member in good standing with the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA), and eligible for licensure with the State of Florida Department of Health.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a diverse group of constituents.

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