Staff

Associate Athletic Trainer

Athletics

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Join the Blackburn College Team as an Associate Athletic Trainer!
Empower Student-Athletes, Foster Teamwork, and Thrive in a Dynamic College Environment!

Are you passionate about athletic training and ready to make an impact? Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program invites you to apply for the role of Associate Athletic Trainer. At Blackburn, you’ll not only support student-athletes in their journey to success but also be part of a collaborative and empowering team environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in organizing and administering all aspects of athletic training, including but not limited to the following: provide coverage, evaluation, and rehabilitation services for student-athletes involved in intercollegiate athletics, oversee the athletic training room, develop and manage budgets, supervise and schedule student work assistants, process insurance claims, handle hardship petitions, and maintain physical exam and health history forms, order and maintain athletic training supplies and equipment.

Staff

Associate Athletic Trainer

Athletics

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Join the Blackburn College Team as an Associate Athletic Trainer!
Empower Student-Athletes, Foster Teamwork, and Thrive in a Dynamic College Environment!

Are you passionate about athletic training and ready to make an impact? Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program invites you to apply for the role of Associate Athletic Trainer. At Blackburn, you’ll not only support student-athletes in their journey to success but also be part of a collaborative and empowering team environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in organizing and administering all aspects of athletic training, including but not limited to the following: provide coverage, evaluation, and rehabilitation services for student-athletes involved in intercollegiate athletics, oversee the athletic training room, develop and manage budgets, supervise and schedule student work assistants, process insurance claims, handle hardship petitions, and maintain physical exam and health history forms, order and maintain athletic training supplies and equipment.

At Blackburn, we’re committed to a culture of respect, teamwork, and inclusivity—offering a balanced work-life experience with a 40-hour workweek and scheduled weekends off.

What You’ll Bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Certification by the Board of Certification (or eligibility), plus current NATA, First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications
• Passion for supporting student-athletes and fostering a positive, growth-oriented environment
• Candidates must be Licensed in the State of Illinois. 

The salary range for this position will be $53,000-$57,000 per year. Blackburn College features a robust benefits package that increases the total compensation for this position to over $68,000. The provided benefits include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• 403B Retirement Account
• 5% 403B Employer Match after one year
• EAP
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• FSA and HSA Options
• Tuition Remission/Tuition Exchange
• Life Insurance
• Access to Campus Fitness Center

Blackburn College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to build an inclusive community that can engage the interests of a diverse population. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and those with disabilities.

Send resume, cover letter including a diversity statement describing what diversity means to you and why it is important, and the names/addresses/phone numbers of three current, and professional references to: Human Resources, Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Ludlum 110, Carlinville, IL 62626 or email hr@blackburn.edu. Employment-based immigration sponsorship is not offered for this position. Phone calls or walk-ins not accepted. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled.

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