Title: Athletic Trainer

Employee Classification: Athletic Trainer

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Athletics

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Athletic Admin

Department: UNT-Athletics Facilities-220410

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The University of North Texas competes as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the American Athletic Conference. North Texas’ athletic programs are classified as NCAA Division I, the largest and highest division among all colleges and universities. The 46,000 square-foot Athletic Center located off South Bonnie Brae Street is the centerpiece of North Texas athletics. Athletics strives to conduct a competitive athletics program that promotes faculty, staff, student and community affiliation and participation with the North Texas Athletics. Provide facilities which attract the highest level of talent and allow student-athletes to perform at the highest level in practice and during competition.

Position Overview

Prevent, evaluate, treat and rehabilitate athletic injuries to student athletes. Provide proper sport coverage and supervision to graduate assistants and student athletic trainers.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in in related field and two years' of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge and understanding of NCAA rules and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Master's Degree
BOC Certified
State of Texas Licensure Eligible

Job Duties:

• Provides proper game and practice coverage for student-athletes. 
• Assists in daily operations of the athletic training room. 
• Provides proper treatment and care to student-athletes.
• Provides proper rehabilitation to injured student-athletes.
• Works under the Code of Conduct and bylaws of a Certified Athletic Trainer.
• Maintains an active role in the NATA and stays current with the State License requirements. 
• Stays current on continuing education and best practices.
• Supervises graduate assistants and athletic training students. 
• Practices under the supervision of team physicians. 

Work Schedule:

Monday thru Friday 8am-5pm. Some evenings and weekends.

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.