Head Athletic Trainer
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Feb 28, 2024
Expired Date: Mar 13, 2024QUALIFICATION
-
Salary Expectation
Unknown -
Years of Experience
Not provided -
Work Type
Full-time
ABOUT PROGRAM
SPORTS/DEPARTMENT
Position Details
Position Information
Budget Title
Athletic Trainer
Campus Title
Head Athletic Trainer
School/Division
Student Affairs, Division of
Department
Position Details
Position Information
Budget Title
Athletic Trainer
Campus Title
Head Athletic Trainer
School/Division
Student Affairs, Division of
Department
Athletics
Staff Sub-Type
Staff & Administration
Salary Level
SL4
Salary Range
$70,000-$82,000 (Depending on Experience)
Position Effort
Full-Time
If Part-Time, enter FTE:
Is this a temporary position?
No
If Temporary, enter End Date:
Position Summary
The State University of New York at Cortland, a
NCAA
Division
III
institution and member of the State University of New York Conference, seeks a highly motivated professional for the position of Head Athletic Trainer to effectively manage athletic training services for the athletic department’s 25 athletic programs. This position directs the athletic training program for intercollegiate athletics and supervises the training room. Collaborates with coaching staff in developing conditioning, weight training and nutrition programs for athletes. Coordinates medical coverage for athletic events. Supervises Athletic Trainers and Physical Therapists in the prevention, care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Determines, with advice from a doctor, when and at what level an athlete can return to participation in a sport. This is an 11-month, full-time position.
Major Responsibilities
Direct oversight of the prevention, treatment, care and rehabilitation for intercollegiate athletes during practice and competition
Coordinate the pre-participation medical examination
Oversee the budget responsibilities of inventory, purchasing and maintenance of supplies and materials
Maintain medical and administrative records
Coordinate medical coverage for athletic events
Manage and maintain the athletic training rooms
Maintain compliance with policies and procedures of Cortland, the
SUNYAC
Conference and the
NCAA
related to medical care for student-athletes
Ensure effective communication with athletes, coaches, medical professionals and university college departments
The athletic trainer will possibly serve as a preceptor
Functional and Supervisory Relationships
Work under the supervision of the Director of Athletics in conjunction with the athletic training staff that are assigned to the Kinesiology Department. All athletic training personnel will follow the recommendations outlined in the most current edition of the
NCAA
Sport Science Institute’s “Athletic Health Care Administration Best Practices”
Required Qualifications
Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in athletic training from an accredited institution.
Certification by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (
NATABOC
).
Minimum of one year athletic training experience at the intercollegiate level
.
Previous administrative responsibilities in athletic training.
New York State license as a certified athletic trainer, or eligible.
CPR
/
AED
Certification.
Preferred Qualifications
For candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree in athletic training, a Master’s degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Three years’ experience as a certified athletic trainer in an intercollegiate athletics program.
Previous experience as a preceptor within a
CAATE
accredited program.
CPR
First Aid Instructor Certification.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s)
Knowledge of a large range of medical issues/problems.
Strong assessment and evaluation skills.
Ability to collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding the assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and return to play decisions per state licensure guidelines.
Commitment to details regarding injury tracking and documentation.
Ability to communicate effectively in high stress/pressure situations when talking to student-athletes, coaches, medical professionals, staff, and families.
Ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision.
Ability to travel with athletic teams to away contests as necessary.
Ability to work during the day as well as non-traditional hours in the evening, on weekends and on holidays, as necessary.
EEO Statement
The State University of New York Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/
EEO
/
ADA
) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university.
Job Close Date
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | S23086 | | Review Start Date | 03/13/2024 | | Open Until Filled | | | Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/8426 |
Special Instructions
Special Instructions to Applicant
| Special Instructions to Applicant | |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you currently employed by SUNY Cortland? If so, please indicate what type of employee.
- UUP Professional
- UUP Faculty
- Management Confidential
- Research Foundation
- Represented by CSEA, PBANYS or PEF
- Full Time Lecturer
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents 1. Curriculum Vitae or Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. Professional References Contact Info. ONLY (minimum of 3) Optional Documents
Apply Now
Email us at support@intercollegiate.co with any questions.
© 2025 Intercollegiate. All rights reserved.