Athletic Trainer, Club Sports (Part-Time)
About The Position
The Student Union, Inc. of San José State University is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit auxiliary that maintains facilities on campus and supports student and community well-being through programs, services, and facilities. The Part-Time Athletic Trainer provides on-site injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and emergency care for student-athletes in the university’s Club Sports Program. The role works under the direction of the Club Sports Coordinator and consults with team physicians as needed to help ensure safe practices and competitions, support athlete health and return-to-play decisions, and promote sound athletic training practices among teams and coaches. The position is based in an indoor recreation facility program environment and may involve work outdoors, local travel to practice and competition sites, and occasional overnight travel. Work schedules follow business needs, generally 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend work as needed. While school is in session, the position may work up to 20 hours per week across concurrent positions; when classes are not in session, it may work up to 40 hours per week. The position is non-exempt under California Industrial Welfare Commission Orders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, or a related field from an accredited program.
- Current Board of Certification (BOC) certification as an Athletic Trainer.
- Current California Athletic Trainer license, or eligibility to obtain it before the start date.
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
- Working knowledge of injury prevention, evaluation, and emergency care procedures for a variety of sports.
- Sound clinical judgment and ability to make quick decisions in emergencies.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with student-athletes, coaches, and staff.
- Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical information.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in recordkeeping.
- Ability to stand, kneel, and move quickly across fields, courts, or gymnasiums for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry athletic training equipment and supplies; the description cites loads up to 25 lbs. and separately lists lifting/carrying of 10–25 lbs. often, 26–50 lbs. frequently, and 50–75 lbs. occasionally.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel locally to competition and practice sites.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and occasional overnight travel based on team schedules.
- Successful completion of the required employment background check.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working with collegiate, club, or intramural sports programs.
- Experience developing emergency action plans and working independently in a field or venue setting.
- Familiarity with electronic athletic training documentation systems such as Sportsware or ATS.
- Bilingual or multilingual communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide on-site injury assessment, first aid, and emergency medical response at club sports practices, home competitions, and designated away events.
- Develop and implement injury prevention programs, including taping, bracing, and pre-activity screenings.
- Evaluate athletic injuries and recommend immediate treatment, referral, or return to play in accordance with established protocols.
- Maintain accurate, confidential injury and treatment records in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA guidelines.
- Coordinate athlete care and rehabilitation plans with team physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare providers.
- Maintain, stock, and organize athletic training supplies, equipment, and first-aid kits for club team use.
- Develop and communicate emergency action plans for practice and competition venues.
- Educate student-athletes and coaches on injury prevention, hydration, conditioning, and general wellness.
- Ensure compliance with applicable NATA and university risk management policies, and NCAA club sport guidelines where relevant.
- Attend required trainings, staff meetings, and certification renewals as scheduled by the Club Sports Program.
- Complete required CSU Learn compliance training within the specified timeframes.
- Comply with mandated reporter requirements under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and CSU Executive Order 1083.
Benefits
- 40 hours of sick pay during the calendar year.
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