Academy Athletic Trainer

Academy Athletic Trainer REPORTING TO: Head of Performance Services, Academy DEPARTMENT: Sporting, Academy LOCATION: St John's University, Queens / City Football Academy, Orangeburg New York City FC is seeking an Academy Athletic Trainer (AT). This role plays a vital role in the daily sports medicine operations for NYCFC’s Academy teams. This individual will oversee injury prevention, emergency care, injury evaluation, player treatment, and health administration for Academy players, to support holistic performance development. The Academy AT will collaborate closely with the Lead Academy AT and Head of Performance Services to deliver top‑tier care and performance programming aligned with the club’s methodology and long‑term athlete development goals. This is a dynamic role that blends hands‑on athletic training, data‑informed performance support, and collaboration across departments to help guide and develop NYCFC’s next generation of professional players. It is through the Academy pathway that our First Team develops Homegrown talent, ensuring a strong and vibrant future while embodying the club's identity and values. The successful candidate will align with these values and understand that they are role models for our players on and off the pitch. What You’ll Do Medical & Athletic Training Duties Serve as an Athletic Trainer for NYCFC Academy teams during trainings and/or matches (Home and Away) Provide medical services including injury assessment, emergency care, and ongoing treatment Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date medical records using our athlete management system Coordinate medical referrals and collaborate with physicians as needed Manage medical inventory and ensure clinical equipment is in working order Performance & Interdisciplinary Collaboration Partner with Performance staff to deliver comprehensive athlete development, including: Strength and conditioning support Warm‑up routines and mobility programs Load management and recovery strategies Nutrition and hydration education Data monitoring Assist with fitness assessments, training periodization, and preseason/offseason planning. Actively communicate with technical staff, players, and families to align care plans and progress. Additional Contributions Participate in NYCFC’s Youth Affiliate Education initiatives. Contribute to a positive and collaborative environment within the Academy and wider NYCFC organization. Work closely with NYCFC II and First Team departments to ensure continuity in care and long‑term player development. What You’ll Bring Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) with an active NY State License. Member in good standing with NATA (or CATA); NATABOC certified. Minimum 1‑2 years of professional experience in sports medicine (preferably with youth or high‑performance athletes). Current CPR and emergency care certification. Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) preferred. Previous experience in soccer and/or with youth athletes is highly desirable. Bilingual (Spanish) a plus. Must hold personal professional liability insurance. Who You Are Acts Honorably: listens and communicates respectfully, without judgement Engages Collaboratively: provides and seeks constructive feedback to and from peers, proactively sharing appreciation for quality contributions of others Champions Inclusion: celebrates the value of differences recognizing the value in the unique backgrounds and lived experiences of every team member Drives Forward: embraces new opportunities with curiosity and a focus on improvement and innovation Shows Heart: demonstrates passion for the Club and sport, operating as an NYCFC ambassador in encouraging and inspiring that passion in others Additional Requirements Applicants must be able to comply with MLS Next Safety and Well‑Being policy and any other applicable child safety policies provided to applicants by NYCFC Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel for matches and camps. Compensation This exempt position has an estimated annual base salary of $62,355 and is not overtime eligible. Final compensation offer amounts are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to demonstrated skill set, years and depth of relevant experience, and some role‑dependent factors such as certifications and software expertise. We welcome direct conversations with each candidate about compensation in all of our initial calls. What We Offer Two complimentary tickets to every NYCFC home match Team outings, happy hours, and annual staff gatherings to celebrate our co‑workers A dynamic, ambitious, and fun work environment We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr New York City FC