Position Information
Job Title Assistant Athletic Trainer Position Number 000399 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Department ATH Athletic Training Department Homepage https://ecupirates.com/ Advertising Department ATHLETIC TRAINING Division Athletics Classification Title Assistant Trainer Working Title Assistant Trainer Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.000 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary…
administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $40,000 - $50,000 Position Location (City) Greenville Position Type Non-Faculty Job Category Non-Faculty Professional
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Medical Services unit of the Department of Athletics oversees and coordinates the health and well-being of all student-athletes at East Carolina University.
Primary Purpose of Position
Reporting to the Assistant Athletics Director for Medical Services, the Assistant Athletic Trainer will:
- Assist the Assistant Athletics Director for Medical Services, team physician, and associated medical practitioners in prevention, immediate care, and rehabilitation of injuries sustained by East Carolina University student-athletes
- Carry out policies and procedures of the athletic training facilities and ECU Department of Athletics
- Direct and provide athletic training coverage and supervision of intercollegiate athletic teams during practices, games, and strength and conditioning sessions as assigned
- Coordinate physical exams and pre-participation paperwork for student-athletes through the team physician or designee
- Perform selected portions of the physical exam under the direction and supervision of the team physician
- Apply specific and appropriate taping, bracing, and other protective/supportive devices in order to prevent injury or re-injury
- Monitor environmental conditions of playing and practice areas in order to make recommendations regarding the safety of the student-athlete, following accepted and recommended guidelines
- Refer the student-athlete to medical personnel (i.e. physicians, physical therapists, nutritionists, and other allied health professionals) in order to ensure appropriate medical evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation by implementing standard verbal and/or written orders
- Maintain appropriate medical records
- Be familiar with emergency action plans for each athletic venue
- Familiarize student-athletes with the ECU Athletic Department's Drug Testing and Counseling program
- Provide education and counseling in health related matters to the student-athletes and coaches
- Direct the student-athletes and coaches to professionals in order that the student-athlete may receive consultation for social and/or personal programs on specific topics, and by personal consultation
- Assist in CPR/First Aid/AED instruction to coaches, athletic department staff, and athletic training students and staff
- Provide clinical supervision of athletic training students/student-aid workers
- Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor
- Adhere to regulations of the North Carolina Athletic Trainer Practice Act
- Perform administrative duties as assigned by the Assistant Athletics Director for Medical Services
- Build quality relationships and work collaboratively and professionally with Pirate Club, athletics, and University staff, students, business vendors and all donors and stakeholders.
- Abide by all written policies and procedures of ECU, the Department of Athletics, The Educational Foundation (Pirate Club), the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and all applicable conferences or associations.
- Nights, weekends, holidays, extended hours, and travel are required in the performance of duties.
Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field is required from an appropriately accredited institution.
Certified Athletic Trainer as designated by the Board of Certification
Licensed Athletic Trainer by the North Carolina Board of Athletic Training Examiners or eligible
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Master's Degree from an accredited institution in Athletic Training or related field preferred.
Track and field / cross country experience preferred.
Special Instructions to Applicant
East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.
Job Open Date 07/20/2026
Open Until Filled Yes
Initial Screening Begins 08/04/2026
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