Athletic Trainer

• Maintenance of certification by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).
• At all times, with supervisors, faculty, staff, and students, demonstrate the highest level of professional decorum and professionalism.
• Direct the work of assistant trainers and other training staff. Ensure coaches and students are trained in injury reporting protocols and concussion management procedures.
• Completion and submission of all required compliance and clearance processes
• Participate with a physician or follow a physician’s advice to prevent and treat athletic injuries. Collaborate with physician in the coordination of team physicals and rehabilitation of injured athletes.
• Recruit, direct, and maintain athletic training internship program.
• Confidentially secure and maintain student athlete information.
• Oversee health testing process.
• Using best practices and the highest standards of care, seek to prevent and assess injuries, render appropriate treatment, and aid in rehabilitation, including collaborating with Coordinator, Athletic Performance.
• Render first aid to Kinesiology students until medical personnel arrives.
• Complete injury reports, compile appropriate documentation, and notify appropriate parties.
• Assist Athletic Director and dean in the purchasing, maintenance, and inventory of athletic training equipment.
• Complete and pass annual CCCAA compliance examination.
• Abide by all departmental, District, conference and state policies and procedures.
• Possess a valid California Driver’s License.
• Drive District vehicles for game transportation, as assigned.
• Develop plans necessary for operations of the athletic training program.
• Develop and maintain a student athletic training program.
• Attend professional development opportunities.
• Travel to competitions as required.
• Participate in department activities, including fundraising, as assigned. Recruit students for the athletic training program.
• Create partnerships with local high school and college programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and two years of professional experience. The professional experience required must be verifiable and directly related to the assignment.
• Current certification as an athletic trainer by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).
• Demonstrated evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds in a community college environment.

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in kinesiology, physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, kinesiology, physiology of exercise or adaptive physical education; OR 
• Bachelors' degree in any of the above AND master's degree in any life science, dance, physiology, health education recreation administration or physical therapy.

• Working hours: 40 hours/week. May be Monday through Friday, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends and/or holidays as work necessitates and as assigned.
• Local travel is required on a regular basis, and in-state travel is required occasionally.
• Must possess a valid California Driver's License (with no restrictions).
• Must be able to pass a criminal investigation and reference/background check which includes receiving clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of investigation (based on resident history outside California).
   

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Copy of college level transcripts (Transcripts must indicate degree earned/conferred - photocopies or computer printouts are acceptable. Transcripts of all degrees applicable to meeting the minimum qualifications for this position must be included. Copies of diplomas/degrees are NOT acceptable in lieu of transcripts. International transcripts must be transcribed and evaluated in English by a bona fide evaluation service. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon hire.)