University of Montana Looking for Assistant Certified Athletic Trainer, Athletics Full Time

Tracking Code
4013-254

Job Description

Application instructions are located at the bottom of the page.  Please apply directly through the University of Montana’s career portal UM Jobs at https://umjobs.silkroad.com/.  Do not apply through Indeed.com or use easy apply through Indeed.com*.

The University of Montana invites applications for an Assistant Certified Athletic Trainer. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will assist the Head Athletic Trainer, coaching staff and student-athletes with development and maintenance of rehabilitative and conditioning programs. The Assistant Athletic Trainer will contribute to an atmosphere of professional, caring, and competent treatment of student-athletes.

The person in this position will report to the Head Athletic Trainer and Team Physician.

UM is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always”; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain all injury records and progress reports on student-athletes
• Assist in the administration of treatment and rehabilitation programs under the supervision of the Head Certified Athletic Trainer and the Team Physicians
• Apply protective devices and equipment, as needed
• Remain on call for low-risk sports, and is present for all practices and competitions for high-risk sports, as assigned
• Supervise athletic training center operations in the absence of the Head and Associate Certified Athletic Trainers
• Coordinate preventative and rehabilitative treatments under the supervision of the Head Certified Athletic Trainer and Team Physicians
• Ensure the physical, emotional, and social welfare of student-athletes
• Supervise and mentor Graduate Assistant Certified Athletic Trainers and Athletic Training Students
• Meet with coaches to identify problem areas and establish athletic training goals
• Report any compliance issues to the UM Compliance Office regarding countable athletically-related activities (CARA), student-athlete welfare, or any other applicable NCAA rule and regulation
• Participate in the Athletic Training Education Program as a clinical instructor
• Other duties as assigned

Athletic Department employees and those University employees outside the Athletic Department with NCAA rules compliance responsibilities are subject at all times to NCAA Bylaws 10.1 and 11.1 regarding ethical conduct and the responsibility to positively contribute to a campus culture of NCAA rules compliance. Failure to conduct oneself as such will result in disciplinary or corrective action up to and including immediate discharge.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization
• Must possess in good standing ATC certification through the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification
• Minimum of two years of directly related work experience as a certified athletic trainer in a collegiate or professional sport setting
• Demonstrated success in positively managing and mentoring student employees
• Knowledge and experience with NCAA rules and regulations
• Knowledge and understanding of current practice standards in the field of athletic training, evidence-based practice, NCAA policies, NATA position statements and other regulations important to appropriate care of patients
• Knowledge and understanding of CAATE standards and working with an accredited education program
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work with a diverse population
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff, physicians, student-athletes, coaches, administrators, faculty and parents

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in appropriate area of specialization
• Demonstrated supervisory experience

Position Details

• Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE MUS Contract and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

About UM and Grizzly Athletics

The University of Montana, a research-oriented, doctorate-granting institution, enrolls more than 10,000 students from across the country and around the globe.  UM offers 15 intercollegiate programs in men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, football, women’s golf, women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, women’s softball and women’s volleyball. Visit the official UM athletics website at www.gogriz.com.

The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere.  The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.

To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment.
In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. 
ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran’s Preference.
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. 
References *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. 
Testing Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

Employment Eligibility.  All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9)

How to Apply

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 5, 2023 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

Please submit the following application materials** via the UM Jobs portal and by clicking “New Resume/CV” button.  Please do not apply through Indeed.com*.

• Letter of Interest – addressing the stated required skills for the position
• Detailed resume listing education and describing work experience
• Three (3) professional references – Names and contact information 

*Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application.  Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the “How to Apply” section.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above. 

**Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.

Position Type
Full-Time/Regular