What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Athletic Trainer position at Northeastern Junior College?
Position Announcement: NJC Head Athletic Trainer
Northeastern Junior College is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Head Athletic Trainer. The Head Athletic Trainer directly supports the 10 NJCAA athletic teams and emerging clubs and teams.
Questions regarding this position should be directed to Marci Henry, Athletic Director, at (970) 521-6617 or e-mail to: marci.henry@njc.edu.
Apply online at https://njc.applicantpro.com/jobs/ See Application section below; be sure to include all required application materials. Question about applying should be directed to the NJC Human Resource office at 970-521-6661 or e-mail to: HumanResources@njc.edu. For more information about NJC, see the college web site at: http://www.njc.edu
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be:
This position supports the athletic department and student athletes by screening, preventing and treating injuries. This may include evaluating injuries, initiating treatment protocols and counseling athletes on rehabilitation expectations. This position coordinates the appropriate coverage for home athletic events working with athletic training contractors or Banner Health. The Head Athletic Trainer administers the drug screening program, insurance claims and coordinates student athlete physicals and screenings.
What You Will Need:
- Positive attitude through dedication to NJC mission and values; willingness to accept and promote change; open-minded fairness and consideration of multiple perspectives; willingness to take risks, work hard, accept responsibility for personal/professional growth, lead and follow well, accept criticism, handle conflict, and motivate others.
- Commitment to cooperation, consensus building, collaboration, effective goal-setting and evaluation.
- Participation in campus organizations and activities.
What We Require:
- Accredited Master's degree in one of the following areas: exercise science, health, physical education, recreation, wellness, or sports management
- Board Certification as an Athletic Trainer
- Demonstrated experience in effective communication with students and student athletes on a daily basis
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college
- Demonstrated commitment to career and professional development
What We Can Offer:
This is a limited-contract of 242 days, .92FTE. Salary range $55,000-$60,000 commensurate with education and experience. Competitive fringe benefit package available through the SBCCOE.
CLERY Report: https://www.njc.edu/safety-and-security/clery-act-and-annual-security-report
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000
