Student Athletics Trainer (Extended)

Student Athletics Trainer (Extended) Overview LaGuardia Community College is seeking a highly qualified Student Athletics Trainer to support the Recreation, intercollegiate athletics, and aquatics programs. The Sports Trainer will be responsible for providing injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency care for student-athletes, recreational, and aquatics participants. This position requires availability for all athletic events, recreation programs, and college-wide special events. Responsibilities Provide on-site medical coverage for all assigned home athletic events, recreation activities, aquatics programs, and LaGuardia special events. Evaluate athletic and recreational injuries including acute and overuse conditions. Administer immediate care for injuries such as sprains, strains, and contusions. Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation and return-to-play programs. Provide ongoing treatment and monitoring for injured student-athletes and participants. Communicate with external medical providers, including physicians, physical therapists, and imaging centers, regarding follow-up care, MRI results, and treatment plans. Maintain accurate and confidential medical records in compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, and college policies. Serve as a liaison between student-athletes, coaches, medical professionals, and college administration regarding injury status and medical clearance. Maintain indoor and outdoor athletic facilities, recreation spaces, and aquatics area. Collect, review, and maintain all required sports physicals, medical histories, and clearance documentation for student-athletes. Provide catastrophic insurance documentation for providers and institutions requiring coverage related to game or practice related injuries. Ensure compliance with NJCAA, CUNY, New York City, and New York State athletic health and safety regulations. Assist with recreational programming for injury prevention and medical treatment. Support the Aquatics Department with medical coverage during swim activities, aquatic events, and related programming. Assist in emergency action planning for recreation, aquatics, and athletic facilities. Support strength and conditioning efforts in collaboration with coaches and recreation staff. Provide basic nutrition guidance and wellness planning for student-athletes (nutrition planning experience a plus). Educate student-athletes on injury prevention, hydration, recovery, and healthy training habits. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and four years of related experience required as well as National Athletic Trainers Association certification. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or a related field (Master's preferred). Current New York State Athletic Trainer License. Current NYC and New York State required certifications to practice. CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification (must be current). Proven experience providing athletic training services in a collegiate, high school, or recreation setting. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by athletic and recreation schedules. Certification or experience in Strength and Conditioning. Experience with nutrition planning or athlete wellness programming. Experience working with aquatics programs. Familiarity with NJCAA and CUNY athletic health requirements. Physical demands include standing, walking, lifting equipment, and responding quickly to injuries. Compensation and Benefits Salary: $57,252 - $82,663 (Salary commensurate with education and experience). CUNY's benefits include health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study, and generous paid time off. Staff also benefit from extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on campus and the opportunity to participate in a diverse academic community. Equal Employment Opportunity CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Closing Date May 23rd, 2026 (Extended) #J-18808-Ljbffr CUNY La Guardia Community College