Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer Positions

Jackson State University, an NCAA Division I (FCS) member of the NCAA and Southwestern Athletic Conference and one of the leading institutions of higher education in the region, is accepting applications for its three (3) Athletic Trainer positions. The Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the head athletic trainer and supervises the care of student-athletes competing in the University's athletic programs. The Athletic Trainer will have duties and responsibilities that support and provide care to all Division I student-athletes, but the position will have specific sports that will be assigned by the supervisor.

Examples of duties include:

• Develop an overall sports medicine program for the University, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs, and counseling for student-athletes.
• Provide athletic training services for the University's Division of Athletics, including attendance at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as necessary.
• The position requires regular evening and/or weekend work.
• Coordinate and schedule physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to determine their ability to practice and compete.
• Assist with athletic training administrative duties to support the operations of the sports medicine program.
• Assist with coordination and scheduling of medical coverage for home and away competitions.
• Assist with the education and recruitment of student and graduate assistant athletic trainers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Typical qualifications include:

• Minimum required education: Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Physical Education, Sports Science, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum required experience: Prefer one year of experience as an Athletic Trainer in the collegiate setting and familiarity with NCAA governing rules.
• Minimum required licenses and/or certifications:
• Certified by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)
• Currently licensed or eligible for Athletic Trainer (AT) licensure for the state of Mississippi
• Must have an NCAA Certification