Associate Instructor

EXPIRED

Announcement

Details

Open Date

12/15/2025

Requisition Number

PRN16624N

Job Title

Associate Instructor

Working Title

Announcement

Details

Open Date

12/15/2025

Requisition Number

PRN16624N

Job Title

Associate Instructor

Working Title

Athletic Training Intern

Career Progression Track

A00

Track Level

FLSA Code

Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No

Type

Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary?

Yes

Standard Hours per Week

19

Full Time or Part Time?

Part Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

Appointment is for 11 months, and depending upon sport assignment, positions will begin anywhere between mid-May to July 31, 2026

Is this a work study job?

No

VP Area

President

Department

00327 - Athletics Department

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$35,000

Close Date

06/01/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

03/01/2026

Job Summary

Help develop and implement an overall Athletic Training program which includes and is not limited to: injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, recording of athletic injuries, coordinating care and referral of athletes with other allied health professionals, dealing with insurance issues, and educational programs and counseling for student-athletes.

Appointment is for 11 months, and depending upon sport assignment, positions will begin anywhere between mid-May to July 31, 2026.

Available sport assignments, but subject to change, are:

• Football
• Lacrosse
• Skiing
• Swim & Dive
• Track & Field

Responsibilities

• Provide Athletic Training services (prevention, treatment, evaluation, rehabilitation, and recording of athletic injuries, coordinating care of athletes with other allied health professionals, dealing with insurance issues, and communicating with coaches, parents and student-athletes- these services are to be provided for all team practices, training sessions, and games) with assigned team and other responsibilities as determined by the Director of Athletic Training.
• Provide referrals to student-athletes to team physicians and other allied health professionals
• Supervise and support the Athletic Training Staff in the clinical supervision of Student Athletic Trainers
• Assist with staff and doctors, the development and implementation of policies in relation to the care of our student athletes
• Compile injury and treatment statistics for assigned sports and document with EMR
• Administrative duties as determined by the Director of Athletic Training
• Ensure consistent communication and follow up of student-athletes well-being to Athletic Department administrators, personnel, and team physicians.
• Coordinate physical examinations and medical referrals for assigned student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete.
• Evaluate and recommend new techniques and equipment that would enhance the benefit of the sports medicine program.
• Work in collaboration with the sports performance specialists, sport nutrition, psychology and mental wellness, physical therapy, and applied health and performance science staffs to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition, preventative programs, and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs.
• Assist in managing Athletic Training Facilities (includes inventory, maintenance of physical facility and equipment, and staffing)
• Aid the Athletic Training Education Program in the recruitment and selection of Student Athletic Trainers
• Supervise student Athletic Trainers as they provide services to our athletes as a preceptor of the Athletic Trainer Education program
• Maintain Athletic Training Certification and State Licensure by attending educational courses, seminars, home study courses approved by the National Athletic Trainer

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred in an appropriate area of specialization
• Certified by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) is required
• Eligible for a Utah State Athletic Training Licensure (www.dopl.utah.gov)
• Familiarity and compliance with NCAA governing rules
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds frequently and up to 60 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Demonstrate effective communication and Human relation skills
• A valid Driver’s License is required prior to start and must be maintained as a condition of employment.

Work is for 11 months and depending upon sport assignment, positions will begin anywhere between mid-May to July 31, 2026.

Preferences

• Additional certifications and/or experience in rehabilitation, sports performance, and implementing preventative strategies
• Familiarity and compliance with BIG 12 governing rules
• If a candidate would like to work with Football, previous experience working with football is desired
• If a candidate would like to work with Skiing, proficient skiing ability is required
• Must have the physical ability to work long hours, which includes standing and walking for long periods of time

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information can be located on the University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please disclose any prior discipline or other consequences or sanctions imposed against you in connection with sexual harassment, other sexual misconduct, discrimination or retaliation.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Do you want to be considered only for the Football position?

   • yes
   • no

2. * If interested in the Football position, do you have Football experience?

   • yes
   • no
   • not interested in the Football position

3. * If interested in the Olympic positions, rank your preferences (up to 4 - Lacrosse, Skiing, Swim/Dive, XC/Track):

(Open Ended Question)

1. * If interested in the Skiing position, are you comfortable downhill skiing?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. Resume

Optional Documents 1. Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only 2. Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only

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