Head, Athletic Trainer

Florida Polytechnic University

1d•$60,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The position will direct all aspects of the sports medicine program. The position is responsible for working with the head team physician to develop the overall sports medicine program, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs, and counseling of student-athletes. The position will direct, supervise, and evaluate all aspects of the athletic training program, including hiring, training, and supervising full-time assistant athletic trainers. The position will be responsible for specific sport responsibilities, including attendance at team practices and home and away competitions, and primary injury management of team members. The position will also assist with a drug education program, manage athletic training budget, serve as the primary liaison with the athletics insurance provider, assist in fundraising, and perform other duties as assigned by the director of athletics.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field OR Bachelor’s degree and three years of athletic training experience) OR In lieu of a degree, any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
This position requires a criminal background check, which may include a Level II screening as required by Florida Statute §435.04.
This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Six (6) years of progressive experience
Comprehensive understanding of soccer techniques, strategies, regulations, and best practices at the collegiate level.
Strong knowledge of NAIA and Sun Conference compliance requirements, eligibility rules, and reporting expectations.
Understanding of student-athlete development, academic support practices, and safe training standards
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to instruct, motivate, and mentor student-athletes.
Ability to recruit high-performing athletes through relationship-building, evaluation, and talent identification.
Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Sound judgment and decision-making under pressure, particularly during practice and competitive play.
Ability to foster a culture of respect, accountability, teamwork, and academic success.
Must be able to lift more than 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and assist with athletic injuries
Treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries
Oversight of education programs for students in key areas like drug education and sports nutrition
Supervise practice and games for player safety
Manage and treat athletic injuries
Follow the rules and guidelines set by the NAIA and the Sun Conference
Scheduling of athletic trainers to ensure coverage for appropriate teams and home events
Hiring, managing, and reviewing the performance of athletic trainers
Ensuring that every staff member meets the state and federal requirements to serve as an athletic trainer
Conducting regular meetings and utilizing other forms of communication to direct the staff and provide continuing education
Managing the athletic training budgets
Ensuring that all emergency procedures are updated and shared with athletic trainers and coaching staff
Ensuring that all coaching staff members have active CPR, First Aid, and Blood-Borne Pathogen training