Assistant Athletic Trainer for Club Sports (Athletic Trainer I)

About the Role

The Assistant Athletic Trainer for Club Sports supports the health, safety, and well-being of San Diego State University student-athletes by delivering comprehensive athletic training services. Under the supervision of the Sr. Associate Athletic Director of Athletic Medicine, this position performs clinical athletic training responsibilities, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency care. The role involves collaboration with physicians, healthcare providers, coaches, and athletics staff to promote student-athlete health and performance in a professional athletic medicine environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct athletic training services to assigned club sport student-athletes, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and ongoing care.
• Coordinate and provide medical coverage for practices, competitions, conditioning activities, and championship events as assigned.
• Collaborate with physicians, healthcare providers, coaches, and athletics staff regarding injury status, treatment plans, referrals, and return-to-participation recommendations.
• Maintain medical records, administrative documentation, clinic schedules, and other athletic training program requirements in accordance with university, healthcare, and NCAA guidelines.
• Support athletic medicine operations through professional guidance of athletic training students, emergency preparedness efforts, and communication with student-athletes and campus partners.

Why Join SDSU Athletics?

• Make a direct impact on the health, safety, and success of student-athletes through hands-on clinical care and injury prevention services.
• Work alongside experienced sports medicine professionals, physicians, and athletics staff in a collaborative NCAA Division I environment.
• Gain experience providing care across practices, competitions, rehabilitation programs, and emergency response situations.
• Contribute to a student-centered athletics program committed to excellence, wellness, and athlete development.
• Join a dynamic athletic medicine team that values professional growth, teamwork, and high-quality patient care.

Requirements

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in athletic training, physical education, kinesiology, or a related field of study, or a combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. Coursework must include completion of the Board of Certification (BOC) curriculum requirements.
• Experience as a certified Athletic Trainer at the collegiate, international, and/or professional level, with 2–5 years of experience beyond a bachelor's degree (graduate assistantship experience accepted).
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with student-athletes, coaches, physicians, parents, administrators, and other healthcare professionals.
• Knowledge of athletic training and rehabilitation techniques, including experience with advanced treatment methods (e.g., functional evaluation/rehabilitation, instrumented or manual soft tissue mobilization, Kinesio Taping) and proficiency with Biodex, SwimEx, and Alter-G equipment.
• Experience with sports medicine operations, including medical supply purchasing, inventory management, budgeting, and insurance processes, with knowledge of medical supply vendors, quality, and cost management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and exercise sound professional judgment in a fast-paced athletic environment.
• Ability and willingness to travel to away contests as required.

Licenses/Certifications

• Certification by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification.
• Certification in CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and first aid (must maintain and submit proof to Senior Associate Athletic Director of Athletic Medicine).
• Valid California Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Pay

Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department’s budget and equity guidelines. Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 1 ($4,482).

CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,482 - $6,530 per month (Step 1 – Step 20). Future increases, including step advancements, are subject to contract negotiations.

Schedule

This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits-eligible, temporary position with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2027, with the possibility of reappointment. The position is designated as exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Standard SDSU work hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.