Job Description

Athletics
 

The University of Missouri – St. Louis, a member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference, is accepting applications for the position of an Assistant Athletic Trainer.  This is a 12-month full time benefited position. 

General Summary: In accordance with the mission of the Department of Athletics, administer the progress and success of the sports medicine program within the guidelines of the NCAA Division II, the Great Lakes Valley Conference, and the University of Missouri – St. Louis.  

Summary of Responsibilities: Application

• Support the Head Athletic Trainer and Health Care Team 
• Provide medical coverage for men’s and women’s athletic teams. 
• Provide prevention, evaluation, care, and rehabilitation services to student-athletes.
• Knowledge of concussion testing and evaluation along with medical record keeping.
•  Coordinate and transportation of student-athletes to and from physician’s appointments. 
• Maintain and document medical records and assist with coordination of insurance information. 
• Collaborate with the strength and conditioning staff in developing performance and wellness programing. 
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of student welfare and a high standard of quality of care.
• Review, evaluate and make recommendations to the Head Athletic Trainer as they relate to policies, procedures, and health care issues. 
• Assist in other administrative responsibilities or projects as directed by the Head Athletic Trainer. 

The University of Missouri – St. Louis is committed to diversity in its staff, faculty, and student body.  As such, we encourage applications from members of minority groups, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others who will enhance our community.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.
 

Hours will vary
 

Bachelor’s degree, 
Licensure by Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts is required.
 

• Master’s degree preferred.  
• NATA Certified and eligible for licensure in the state of Missouri
• 2+ years of Collegiate Athletic Medicine.   
• Additional certifications needed are CPR and AED. 
• Possess advanced soft tissue and manual therapy skill set, advanced rehabilitation and reconditioning experience and expertise.  
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and procedures is required.
• A minimum of two years of successful coaching and recruiting is preferred in a collegiate setting.  
• Strong communication, organizational and leadership skills are required, as well as a strong knowledge of current teaching techniques in the sport of track and field.  
• Experience as a successful student athlete or coach in track and field.   
   

Pay commensurate with education and experience.
Hiring Range: $51,880 Annual
Grade: GGS-9E
University Title: CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINER
 

Application materials include a cover letter and resume.  Finalists will be asked to provide references at a later date.

Applicants must combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment to the UMSL Job site: http://umsl.jobs.

Limit document name to 50 characters.  Maximum size limit is 11MB.  Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).  For questions about the application process, please email employment@umsl.edu.  If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits. 

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.