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Major Duties

Under general supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, Director of Athletics and Team Physicians, the Assistant Athletic Trainer assists in the operation of the Sports Medicine Department within the Intercollegiate Athletics Department. The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of screening, prevention and care of sports related injuries and conditions.

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun.

Major Duties

Under general supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, Director of Athletics and Team Physicians, the Assistant Athletic Trainer assists in the operation of the Sports Medicine Department within the Intercollegiate Athletics Department. The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of screening, prevention and care of sports related injuries and conditions.

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• Assists in coverage of athletic practices and contests, including evening and weekend assignments.
• Assists in all aspects of prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for approximately 370 student-athletes.
• Develop and administer rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in athletic training, physical education, kinesiology or related field of study or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Course work must include completion of the Board of Certification (BOC) curriculum requirements for Athletic Trainers.
• Current NATABOC Certification; Current First Aid and CPR w/ AED Certifications.
• Master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field, preferred.
• Two (2) years experience (as certified athletic trainer) in Intercollegiate Athletics, Division I preferred. Athletic training experience with both women’s and men’s team are preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• General knowledge of: the principles and practices of athletic training including conditioning, injury prevention, injury assessment and rehabilitation; full range of therapeutic modalities and their practical use and physiological basis; other therapeutic preventions and treatments such as taping, bracing, and massage; effective use of rehabilitation and exercise equipment. We encourage collaboration with physicians, specialists, dietitians, allied healthcare and mental health professionals for student-athlete-centered comprehensive care.
• Knowledge of: rules, regulations, and guidelines established by the campuses’ governing national collegiate athletic associations (e.g., National Collegiate Athletics Association or National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) pertaining to student athletes, their training, sports medicine care, and health and safety; Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) standards for handling blood borne pathogens; maintaining medical records, including Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards; and following insurance procedures.
• Ability to: effectively assess and evaluate injuries and their severity; develop conditioning and rehabilitation programs and manage and treat injuries; use the full range of appropriate therapeutic modalities and treatments and rehabilitation and exercise equipment to treat and prevent injuries; determine the appropriate referrals for athletes to other health care professionals; recognize life-threatening situations and administer the appropriate emergency aid; use a computer to perform medical, insurance and other recordkeeping functions; and work in an environment with competing priorities. Must possess strong interpersonal and communications skills to develop effective working relationships with athletes and serve as a liaison among athletes, coaching staff, parents, physicians and other health professionals.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.
• Classification / grade: 8180 / Athletic Trainer I / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $4375 - $4706 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $3821 - $7374 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday; may include evenings and weekends.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.

General Information

• Applications received through January 23, 2024, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is filled.
• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU. The selected candidate must pass a fingerprint clearance (LiveScan).
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. To learn more visit our Matadors Forward site: https://www.csun.edu/matadors-forward/faculty-and-staff-fall-guidelines

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Executive Order 1096. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.