Athletic Trainer II - 526735

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $53,500 - Midpoint: $66,900 (Salaried E8)

Department/Organization: 600119 - Training

Normal Work Schedule: Varies

Job Summary: The Athletic Trainer II assists with the operations of the athletic training program for the assigned moderate- to high-risk sport including risk management and injury prevention; recognition, evaluation, and assessment of injuries; immediate care of injuries (CPR, emergency, first aid, etc.); treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning of athletic injuries. Works under intermittent supervision.

Additional Department Summary: Provides preventative, emergency, and rehabilitative care to student-athletes of their respective assigned sport. May also provide supervision to an athletic training intern. Assists in the evaluation of injuries or illness sustained by an athlete, identification injury/illness risk factors, and providing healthcare information and counsel to athletes, parents, coaches. Assists in coordination and management of the administrative components of an athletic training program including health care services, financial management, athletic training facility management, personnel management, public relations, and patient transportation.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree and three (3) years of athletic training experience. National Athletic Trainers Association certification. Current CPR and First Aid certification. State of Alabama Athletic Trainer's Association License or ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable motor vehicle report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge: Basic knowledge of NCAA Division I policies and procedures. Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.