Athletic Trainer II (11/12)

About the University

California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 15,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students. Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who embrace values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment.

Black, Indigenous, People of Color, veterans, and those with diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

The campus is located in Northern California, 90 minutes from the state capital, Sacramento, and a three-hour drive from the San Francisco Bay Area. Chico offers year-round natural beauty, outdoor leisure activities, and a thriving arts, music, and events scene. We acknowledge and are mindful that Chico State stands on lands originally occupied by the Mechoopda people.

About the Role

Working independently under general oversight of the Head Athletic Trainer, the incumbent will perform the full range of athletic training functions to support the 13 varsity intercollegiate athletic teams sponsored by the Department of Athletics.

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage in the athletic training room, at team practices and competitions (home and away).
• On-court/field set-up of athletic training equipment, as well as water and post-practice follow-up care and assessment of injuries.
• Develop, design, and implement appropriate injury treatment plans and rehabilitation plans according to best practice and industry standards.
• Coordinate with Head Athletic Trainer and other senior athletic trainers to ensure adequate coverage of all sports.
• Perform administrative tasks related to the position.

Requirements

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in athletic training, physical education, kinesiology, or related field of study, or a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Coursework must include completion of the Board of Certification (BOC) curriculum requirements.
• Two years of experience as a certified Athletic Trainer in a high school or college environment.
• Current Board of Certification (BOC) certification for Athletic Trainer.
• Basic Life Support Instructor and Provider certification.
• Valid California Driver's License and completion of the CSU Defensive Driver's Training course.
• Throughout employment, maintain BOC certification, CPR, First Aid, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification.

Preferences

• Master's Degree in athletic training, physical education, kinesiology, or related field of study.
• Two or more years of college-level athletic training experience (two- or four-year college).

Pay

CSU Classification Salary Range: $53,988 (Step 1) - $78,648 (Step 20) per year.

Schedule

Full-time, 11/12 pay plan (June off). Work schedule varies based on athletics operations and event coverage needs.

Benefits

• Tuition fee waiver (if eligible).
• Sick leave and vacation.
• Health insurance.

For more information, visit CSU Employee Benefits Summary.

Additional Information

• Applicants may be required to disclose any final administrative or judicial decision determining they committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years, after meeting minimum qualifications and before an offer is extended.
• Final-stage applicants must sign a release form authorizing the release of information by current or former employers regarding substantiated allegations of misconduct.
• A background check (including criminal records, sexual offender registry, and fingerprinting) is required for the successful candidate. Failure to pass may impact the job offer or continued employment.
• This position is considered sensitive and requires handling confidential information protected by statutes or regulations.
• The incumbent is a "General Mandated Reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083.
• The position has a duty to report to the Campus Title IX Officer information pertaining to victims of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, dating/domestic violence, and stalking as required by CSU Executive Order 1095.