Assistant Athletic Trainer

South Dakota State University (SDState) is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to join our team. This role supports the coordination of athletic training services, ensuring the health and well-being of our student-athletes. From injury prevention and evaluation to rehabilitation and return-to-play management, this position plays a vital role in keeping athletes performing at their best. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about sports medicine and thrives in a team environment. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

SDState is an NCAA Division I institution and competes in the Summit League for all sports except football (Missouri Valley Football Conference), wrestling (Pac 12), and women’s equestrian (National Collegiate Equestrian Association).

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and provide care for sport teams filtered through the main training room in the Sanford Jackrabbit Athletic Complex Athletic Training Room (especially sports assigned – track/field and cross country).
• Coordinate and follow up with physician clinics.
• Assist with scheduling, supervision, and evaluation of athletic training students (ATS).
• Assist with the administration of services related to the sports medicine program as requested (i.e. day to day operations/cleaning; limited insurance, setting up yearly physicals for student-athletes).
• Play an active role in developing goals and objectives of the Athletic Training Education Program, specifically assisting with the design of clinical education and field experience.