Head Athletic Trainer - Higher Ed. jobs in Virginia

About Longwood University:

ABOUT LONGWOOD:

A comprehensive university with a strong liberal arts foundation, Longwood has a distinctive mission to develop citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Founded in 1839, Longwood is the third-oldest public university in Virginia.

Longwood is part of the proud tradition of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Roughly one hour's drive from Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Richmond, Longwood is located in the historic two-college community of Farmville. Longwood currently has approximately 4,300 undergraduate and graduate students and 39,000 alumni. It maintains affiliations with the neighboring Robert Russa Moton Museum of civil rights history and the Longwood Center for Visual Arts, a nationally accredited university art museum. A member of the Big South Conference, Longwood competes at the NCAA Division I level.

Job Description:

Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for the Head Athletic Trainer (GA021). The successful candidate will be responsible for working with the Associate Athletics Director for Health, Wellness, and Performance in the development of the overall sports medicine program including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, treatment, rehabilitation, educational programs, and counseling of student-athletes. This position will oversee the day-to-day operation of the athletic training room including supervising full-time assistant athletic trainers, and coverage of athletic events home and away. The Head Athletic Trainer will be responsible for all medical care and coverage for the men's basketball team.

• Oversee the day to day of the athletic training room
• Evaluation/treatment of injury/illness to Longwood student-athletes
• Provide emergency medical coverage during athletic events/practices/travel for teams
• Refer injured/ill athletes to team physicians/consultants regarding injuries/illnesses/care
• Communicate effectively with coaches, support staff, and student-athletes alike regarding injuries and playing status
• Communicate effectively with team physicians
• Counseling/advising student-athletes and coaches regarding health, conditioning, illness or injury
• Maintain medical/administrative records
• Apply appropriate protective padding/braces/strapping/other orthotic devices
• Design/modify appropriate individual rehabilitation of post-surgical/post-injury conditions
• Organize coverage for athletic events and camps
• Assist with inventory and supply ordering
• Primary sports coverage for men's basketball

Requirements:

• Master's Degree in related human performance field preferred or Bachelor's Degree with equivalent training and work experience
• Eligibility for a Virginia Driver's License required
• BOC certification as an Athletic Trainer
• Must meet Longwood University criteria for driving institution-owned vehicles
• Experience as an athletic trainer with men's basketball
• Division I intercollegiate athletics experience preferred
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations preferred

Additional Information:

This position is a full-time, administrative & professional faculty, exempt position. The anticipated start date for the position is July 10, 2023. A successful criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:

• State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
• Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays
• Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS))
• Life & Long-Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon.
• Educational benefits for most employees
• Fitness Center membership less expensive than most

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Longwood University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in need of accommodations in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application. If, however, you require accommodations in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 434-395-2074 or humres@longwood.edu.

Per CFR: Title 34, the Title IX Coordinator's contact information can be located through this link http://www.longwood.edu/titleix/.

A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan. EOE/AA

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, position posted 4/21/23. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online information section and questions, and attach (under Resume) a letter of interest, resume, and names and contact details of three references.