Athletic Trainer & Fitness Center Manager

Job Description

Job Description

The Athletic Trainer & Fitness Center Manager serves as the cornerstone of our athletic department, maintaining student-athlete health and safety with a flexible schedule that extends beyond traditional work hours.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Managing the Healthy Roster digital platform for medical records and injury tracking.
• Providing daily treatment and rehabilitation services for in-season and off-season athletes, and conducting concussion baseline testing and clearance protocols.
• Coordinating all medical documentation including redshirt eligibility paperwork.
• Serves as the liaison between physicians and coaching staff.
• Maintains CPR/First Aid certifications for the department.
• Travel with teams during postseason competition is expected.

Game day coverage typically requires 4-6 hours plus additional treatment time, with scheduling demands varying significantly between fall sports and spring baseball/softball seasons. This role demands dedication, adaptability, and a commitment to comprehensive student-athlete care.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Facility Oversight

• Manage the fitness center and gym
• Oversee part-time and student assistant staff

Medical Records & Documentation Management

• Input and maintain athlete information in Healthy Roster digital platform
• Update coaches daily on athlete medical status through the HR app
• Manage insurance card information, medical histories, and physical forms
• Process and submit medical redshirt paperwork for injured athletes

Injury Prevention, Treatment & Rehabilitation

• Provide daily treatment for in-season and out-of-season athletes
• Rehabilitate injured student-athletes
• Conduct concussion baseline testing
• Evaluate and clear athletes for return to play following injury
• Teach strength and conditioning courses specifically for athletes

Medical Coordination & Communication

• Serve as primary liaison between physicians and coaching staff
• Coordinate medical care and follow-up treatments
• Facilitate emergency medical information for away competitions

Staff Training & Safety

• Conduct CPR/First Aid certification classes for coaching staff
• Maintain current certifications for all department personnel

Game Day & Travel Coverage

• Provide athletic training services during all home competitions (typically 4-6 hours per event)
• Deliver pre-game and post-game treatment as needed
• Travel with teams during postseason competitions
• Maintain flexible scheduling to accommodate varied sport seasons and team needs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with digital health

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Attitudes:

• Sports medicine, injury assessment, and rehabilitation protocols
• Emergency care and medical documentation procedures
• Health information management systems and eligibility regulations
• Injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation program development
• Medical documentation and communication with physicians, staff, and athletes
• Time management and emergency response
• Work flexible schedules and adapt to changing demands
• Make sound independent decisions under pressure
• Build effective relationships and manage multiple priorities
• Committed to athlete health, safety, and welfare
• Dedicated, reliable, and professional under pressure
• Collaborative and proactive team player

Qualifications:

• Master's degree from a CAATE-accredited Athletic Training program
• Minimum 3 or more years' experience working as an athletic trainer with collegiate or high school athletes
• Certification & Licensure:
• Board of Certification (BOC) credential as a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• State licensure
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications

St Charles Community College is and Equal Opportunity Employer

Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) has a reputation as one of the best two-year colleges in the state of Missouri. SCC's service area includes a six-county region with a population exceeding 540,000. SCC's main campus, located in Cottleville, has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary design. The college's Dardenne Creek Campus features the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute. Opening Fall 2025, the Innovation West Campus located in Wentzville features the Regional Workforce Innovation Center. With a focus on innovation, St. Charles Community College is a leader in delivering high quality education in a state-of-the-art learning environment. The success of SCC is rooted in the mission of serving the community by "focusing on academic excellence, student success, workforce advancement, and life-long learning within a global society."

Company Description

Founded in 1986, St. Charles Community College (SCC) has a reputation as one of the best two-year colleges in the state of Missouri. SCC's service area includes a six-county region with a population exceeding 540,000. SCC's main campus, located in Cottleville, has won architectural awards for its innovative, contemporary design. The college's Dardenne Creek Campus features the Center for Healthy Living and the Field to Table Institute. Opening Fall 2025, the Innovation West Campus located in Wentzville features the Regional Workforce Innovation Center. With a focus on innovation, St. Charles Community College is a leader in delivering high quality education in a state-of-the-art learning environment. The success of SCC is rooted in the mission of serving the community by "focusing on academic excellence, student success, workforce advancement, and life-long learning within a global society."