Head Athletic Trainer-Volleyball & Beach Volleyball

Tarleton State University•Stephenville, TX

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Head Athletic Trainer, Volleyball & Beach Volleyball in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further. At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

Requirements

Master’s Degree, Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers and/or Texas Licensed Athletic Trainer.
If outside of Texas, candidates must be eligible for Texas State Licensure.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively in a team environment
Knowledge of NCAA rules and sports medicine standards of care.
Excellent organizational skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Non-traditional work hours including nights, weekend and travel are required.
The ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and to drive personal, institutional and rental vehicles are required.
Must be able to move medical equipment and supplies weighing up to 75-100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Two to three (2-3) years employed experience as a certified athletic trainer in secondary school, collegiate or professional athletics is preferred.
Candidates with experience in therapeutic exercise, manual therapy or soft tissue certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides athletic training services to inter-collegiate athletes to ensure proper medical care, prevention and treatment of injuries.
Individuals must have the ability to make independent decisions in the following areas: injury assessment, injury referrals, injury care management, return to play, emergency care, communication and administration under the supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine.
This position requires the ability to work with the athletic training staff, strength and conditioning staff, sport coaches, athletic administration, team physicians, and various departments across campus.
Individuals must possess the skills necessary to multi-task, complete tasks on time, and plan effective strategies to manage multiple student athletes.
A staff athletic trainer is generally assigned to support specific varsity teams with various administrative responsibilities.
Coordinates medical care of intercollegiate student-athletes consistent with the Tarleton State Sports Medicine Guidelines.
Care includes the prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, return to play decisions and emergency care of injuries and/or illnesses
Supports assigned varsity team(s); handle walk-in-care and supports special events as assigned
Provides appropriate practice and game day coverage, including team travel as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine
Implement measures to prevent injuries and prepare athletes for practice and competition, including taping, bracing, therapeutic exercise, movement screens and wearable technology
Refers student-athletes to team physicians as appropriate and implements physician’s instructions regarding management of athletic injuries
Must be able to make appropriate decisions regarding the sports medicine emergency action plans and carry out plans for each athletic venue
Supports the education of Tarleton State’s Masters Athletic Training Students through their preceptor role
Maintains Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers and/or Texas Athletic Training Licensure; Maintains First-Aid, CPR and AED Certification
Adheres to the expectations and professional responsibilities of the Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University and Tarleton State Athletics
Employs the standards, practices and procedures of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, National Athletic Trainer’s Association, Western Athletic Conference and Texas Department of License and Regulation
Communicates professionally and effectively across a large, diverse population including but not limited to, student-athletes, athletic training staff, athletic training students, team physicians, coaches, athletic administration, strength and conditioning staff, MSAT and Kinesiology faculty, other sports medicine umbrella practitioners and campus colleagues
Prepared and maintains medical records, including but not limited to the documentation of injury reports, medical treatments, rehabilitation programs, medical referrals and other medical records
Carries out NCAA and/or Institutional Drug Testing per the respective protocols
Ability to carry out various administrative responsibilities needed to maintain operational procedures of a Division I Athletic Training Facility per Tarleton State Sports Medicine Guidelines
Supervision of assigned Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer per Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine
Completes all Texas A&M System and Tarleton State University training requirements on time
Serves as a Campus Security Authority
Reports non-compliance incidents to their supervisor, manager and/or compliance officer