"Associate Athletics Director, Sports Medicine – Football"

Position Summary

Under the general direction of the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Health, Performance & Wellness, the Associate Athletics Director of Sports Medicine – Football is responsible for the day-to-day oversight and management of the Football Sports Medicine program. This position provides direct supervision and leadership for the Football Sports Medicine staff and ensures the effective delivery of comprehensive athletic healthcare, including the evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and management of athletic injuries. The incumbent will also lead the development and implementation of evidence-based injury reduction programs that enhance student-athlete safety and performance. The Associate Athletics Director will evaluate and make determinations regarding the football coverage model, introducing innovative procedures and methodologies in collaboration and alignment with the larger Sports Medicine unit. Additional responsibilities include monitoring medical expenditures and records, coordinating services with team physicians and medical consultants, and facilitating communication among sports medicine staff, coaches, and administration. As a key member of the multidisciplinary Football Performance Team, the incumbent will collaborate closely with the directors overseeing athletic performance, performance nutrition, and mental health to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to student-athlete care. The Associate Athletics Director will champion the highest standards of medical and rehabilitative care for all football student-athletes, while advancing the program’s long-term vision through the establishment of strategic goals and best practices. This position is also responsible for fostering professional development among staff, enhancing technical expertise, and cultivating a culture of continuous learning and collaboration within the Football Sports Medicine program.

Salary & Compensation

*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with conflict management and resolution (Required)
• Strong administrative and organization skills; Ability to manage a complex department in a university environment. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to supervise athletic trainers and collaborate with team physicians, physical therapists, dieticians, mental health and other providers, and insurance coordinator as part of multi-disciplinary team. (Required)
• Demonstrated skills in budget and fiscal analysis. (Required)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability work and manage in a diverse environment and stressful situations. (Required)
• Ability to analyze organizations and existing systems and procedures to implement improvements and efficiencies while maintaining staff morale. (Required)
• Knowledge of current DIA medical contracts and community insurance plans. (Required)
• Ability to operate therapeutic and exercise equipment. (Required)
• Working knowledge of and advanced skill in therapeutic techniques and functional progression programs and return to plan programming (Required)
• Ability to maintain accurate and concise medical records. (Required)
• Working knowledge of injury management across in football as well as all sports. (Required)
• Ability to effectively communicate with professional staff, administrators, physicians, students, parents, and the consumer/patient/athlete. (Required)
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures; Knowledge of Conference and NCAA rules and regulations preferred. (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience & training. (Required)
• Master’s Degree. (Preferred)
• Certified as an Athletic Trainer in good standing with the NATABOC (National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification). (Required)
• Must be CPR/AED certified. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
• CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".
• Ability to work weekends, holidays and odd hours as needed. (Required)
• Travel for home and away events as needed.

Schedule

Variable

Union/Policy Covered

99-Policy Covered