Career Opportunities

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Major Duties

Assistant Athletic Trainer works under the guidance and supervision of the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, Team Physicians and Director of Athletics.  Assist in the operation of the Sports Medicine Department within the Intercollegiate Athletics. Responsibilities include all aspects of screening, prevention and care of sports related injuries and conditions.

• Assists in coverage of athletic practices and contests, including evening, weekend assignments and travel and clinical instruction within the Athletic Training Education Program. 
• Maintains updated files and accurate medical records of the following: athletic injuries, medical insurance, medical history, injury referrals, conditioning programs, schedules, and other necessary data.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to 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. Master's degree in athletic training, physical education, kinesiology or related field of study, preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as certified athletic trainer, preferred. 
• Athletic training experience with both women’s and men’s team and classroom or clinical teaching experience in accredited undergraduate curriculum, desired.
• CERTIFICATIONS: Current NATABOC Certification; current CPR with AED Certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• General knowledge of the principles and practices of athletic training including conditioning, injury prevention, injury assessment and rehabilitation.
• Effective use of rehabilitation and exercise equipment; 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)
• Demonstrate the commitment and ability to work with a diverse student population.

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 12 Mo / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE is up to $4797, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $4013 - $7743 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday; may include evenings and weekends.
• REG: This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 

General Information

• Applications received through August 29, 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.
• 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 selected candidate must pass a fingerprint clearance (Livescan).
• 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
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, nationality, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran or military status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.