Position Details
About the Institution
Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.
Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Hautes historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville.
On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and a University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the "Fighting Sycamores," fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.
Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring.
Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.
Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process.
Comments to Applicants
Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
The review of applications will begin on March 25, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Job Information
- Job Title: Athletic Trainer I
- Department: Center for Sports Medicine and Performance
- Work Schedule: Must be able to work some weekends, holidays, and evenings. Some travel is required.
- Notice of Vacancy Number: 26-00078
- Desired Start Date: Open
- Open Date: 03/18/2026
- Close Date: Open Until Filled
- Yes/No: Yes
- Job Category: Staff-Exempt Professional
- Job Type: Staff - Full-Time
- Pay Grade: 8
- Hourly Rate or Salary Range: $47,483/year
Benefits Associated with this Position
- Life Insurance: The coverage amount is based on two and one-half times appointment salary, rounded up to the next whole thousand, with a maximum coverage of $100,000 and includes the same amount of Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits. The University currently pays the entire cost of coverage.
- Medical, Dental, and Prescription Drug Coverage: The cost of coverage is shared between employees and the University. Rates are determined by participation in Wellness Program and use of tobacco products. Coverage is available on the first of the month following appointment date.
- TIAA Retirement Contributions: Contributions begin based upon the first day of employment at a contribution rate of ten (10) percent of base appointment salary paid in full by ISU. The contributions are vested immediately. There are 40 investment options from which to choose.
- TIAA Auto Enroll: New employees are automatically enrolled in a tax-deferred retirement program at hire; three (3) percent is deducted before taxes for the program to facilitate retirement planning. Employees may opt out of the program within 90 days.
- Long Term Disability Coverage: Employees are eligible after three (3) years of continuous regular employment with the University. This policy guarantees approved disabled employees a 66 2/3 percent income protection from all sources after 180 days of continuous total disability. Immediate participation is available for current members of a comparable group disability insurance program within 90 days prior to ISU employment and that would have provided income protection upon disability for at least five years.
- Fee Waiver Program:
- For the employee spouse and dependent children: Staff may enroll in up to 18 hours of course work each academic year at a reduced rate.
- Spouses may enroll in 15 semester hours each academic year with 80% of qualified tuition waived.
- Dependent children of regular full-time staff who are full-time degree-seeking undergraduate students at ISU may receive a fee waiver of 80% of qualified tuition for up to a total of ten (10) semesters.
- Sick Leave: Accrued at a rate of 12 days per fiscal year with unlimited accumulation.
- Vacation Pay:
- Level 11 and below accrues up to 15 vacation days earned per year.
- Level 1 through 4: 20 vacation days per year thereafter.
- Pay level 12 and above accrues 20 vacation days per year.
- Optional Benefits:
- Voluntary Life Insurance: Additional amounts of life insurance may be purchased on employee, spouse, and dependent children.
- Voluntary Vision Plan: May enroll within the first 31 days of employment date.
Job Summary
Basic Function
- Evaluate and properly care for illnesses and injuries sustained by Indiana State University intercollegiate athletes.
- Administer therapeutic modalities for treatment of injuries and plan, implement, and modify rehabilitation programs to safely return athletes to participation.
- Serve as a receptor for professional-level athletic training students.
- Assist in coordinating appropriate medical personnel coverage and travel for ISU sports at the discretion of the Director of the Center for Sports Medicine and Performance.
- Serve as a liaison for the medical care and well-being of the ISU student athletes and sports medicine staff.
- Maintain accurate medical records for student athletes, including medical history, physical exam forms, daily injury reports, and progress notes.
- Responsible for assisting with the operation and implementation of preseason physicals for all ISU athletes.
- Act as a member of the Center for Sports Medicine and Performance, assisting in decision-making and improvements within the department.
Specific Responsibilities
Required Relevant Education & Experience
- Education: Bachelors Degree (4 years)
- Fields of Study: Athletic Training or related field.
Preferred Relevant Education and Experience
- Education: Masters Degree
Supervisory Responsibilities
Has authority or responsibility for the supervision of student workers or graduate assistants only.
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
- Must possess a valid drivers license.
- National Athletic Trainers Association (BOC) Certification by appointment date.
- AED/CPR Certified by appointment date.
- State of Indiana Athletic Trainer License by appointment date.
Preferred Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
- State of Indiana License as an Athletic Trainer.
Other Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Able to adapt to change.
- Able to learn and retain information.
- Able to multitask.
- Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Able to work carefully and politely around others.
- Able to work well with others.
- Attention to detail.
- Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to travel (some overnight travel when required).
- Must be comfortable networking with groups or individuals.
- Willing to interact with students.
- Willing to work extended hours during events and peak seasons when required.
- Work effectively with a diverse community.
Qualifications & Disclaimer
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
NCAA Guidelines
All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference, and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.
No ISU employee, whether paid or a volunteer, shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individuals involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.
Position Reappointment Required: No
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluate and care of illnesses and injuries sustained by Indiana State University intercollegiate athletes.
- Administer therapeutic modalities for treatment of injuries and plan, implement, and modify rehabilitation programs to safely return athletes to participation.
- Supervise graduate and undergraduate athletic training students.
- Assist in coordinating appropriate medical personnel coverage for ISU intercollegiate athletic events and travel with ISU athletic teams.
- Serve as a liaison for the medical care and well-being between ISU student athletes and sports medicine staff.
- Update and maintain accurate medical records for individual student athletes, including medical history, physical exam forms, daily injury reports, and progress notes.
- Responsible for the operation and implementation of preseason physicals for all ISU athletes.
- Act as a member of the Department of Applied Medicine and Rehabilitation, assisting in decision-making and improvements within the department and programs.
- Rules Compliance is a central element in personnel matters for employees within the Department of Athletics and for those employees outside the Department of Athletics who are involved in NCAA rules compliance activities. These individuals must comply with all NCAA rules on compliance and will be evaluated on that basis.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Applicant Documents
- Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter, Letter of Application, References.
- Optional Documents: Supplemental Questions.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk.
Supplemental Questions
- Do you possess a minimum of a Bachelors degree in the field listed in this posting? [Yes / No]
- Do you possess a valid drivers license? [Yes / No]
- Will you hold both a National Athletic Trainers Association (BOC) Certification and an Indiana Athletic Trainer License by the appointment date? [Yes / No]
- Will you hold current AED and CPR certification by the appointment date? [Yes / No]