Manager, Athletic Training

About the role

The Manager Athletic Training – Special Projects role is responsible for providing operational leadership, program management, and strategic support to strengthen athletic training services, partnerships, and community outreach.

Responsibilities

• Leading major programs and events such as Heart of a Champion, CPR and Stop the Bleed training, and workforce readiness initiatives.
• Oversight of assigned partnerships and management of staff, including float pool and PRN athletic trainers.
• Ensuring operational continuity through scheduling and event coverage.
• Producing and analyzing reports, maintaining inventory, and supporting compliance efforts.
• Serving as a primary liaison for partner organizations such as Guilford College.
• Supporting marketing, digital content, and community engagement initiatives to enhance brand visibility.
• Leading organizational committees, employee engagement efforts, and strategic projects that improve policies, procedures, technology optimization, and overall athletic training operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited athletic training program.
• Experience as a Board of Certification (BOC) certified Athletic Trainer varies with each level (refer to addendums).
• Experience as an athletic trainer in a high school or college setting.
• BOC certified and licensed as a Certified Athletic Trainer in the State of applicable state.
• Completion of American Heart Association Healthcare Provider that includes CPR and AED training.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of athletic training principles and practices.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements related to athletic training.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools.

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Education Assistance Program.

Pay

What You'll Need

Pay Range $33.05 - $49.60

Schedule

Full Time