Posting Details
Classification Information
Classification Type
EHRA
Position Overview
Primary Purpose of Position
The Athletic Trainer will assist the Head Athletic Trainer with the
overall administration of the athletic training program. Primary
sport responsibility will be supervision and management of athletic
training services for the men’s and women’s cross country and track
& field teams. Responsibilities will include injury prevention,
evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation; maintaining accurate
medical records, practice and game/event coverage, including
travel; pre-participation evaluations; coordinating medical
insurance claims; and supervising student athletic trainers and
volunteers. The selected candidate must have the ability to
communicate effectively with the head athletic trainer, team
physicians, head/assistant coaches, strength and conditioning
coaches, and administrators. Additional duties may be assigned by
the Head Athletic Trainer.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Department of Sports Medicine at North Carolina A&T State
University exists to provide student-athletes with an opportunity
to participate in intercollegiate athletics in the safest and
healthiest manner possible. Our staff of certified athletic
trainers and team physicians are responsible for the wellness of
approximately 300 student-athletes. The North Carolina A&T
State University Sports Medicine staff commits itself to providing
personalized, comprehensive, contemporary, and effective health
care that focuses on the student-athlete. Treatment of injuries and
illnesses will be based on sound medical and rehabilitative
principles in conjunction with consideration of personal and team
goals
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training.
- Must be BOC certified and possess NC athletic training
licensure (or be eligible for licensure).
1-3 years of certified experience; Experience at the collegiate
level preferred.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings,
weekends, and holidays. Travel required.
Medium strength is required to position student-athletes for
examination. May assist student-athletes as needed, helping them on
and off the exam table.
Must successfully pass a background screening.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and have reliable
transportation to/from work
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training,
Education
Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field
preferred.
Required License or Certification
NATABOC Certification required;
Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work
arrangement, consistent with university and state
policies.
Position Information
Working Title
Athletic Trainer
Position Number
009276
Recruitment Salary Range
Commensurate with education and experience
FLSA
Exempt
Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time
Tenure Track
No
FTE
40 hours/week, 12 months
If Time Limited, Appointment Length
Organizational Division
Athletics
Organizational Location
Athletics
Organizational Unit
Athletics
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EPA3173
Open Date
08/18/2026
Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until
Filled
Open Until Filled
Yes
Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions
remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept
applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by
this date will receive full consideration, applications received
after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status
of the search
Date Position Available
August 21, 2026
Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for
employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu
of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking
Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of
Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during
the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are
subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North
Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal
law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment
eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment
will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T
State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political
affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual
identity.
Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees
include the following and more;
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
- NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life
Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
- Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
- and more
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work
arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C.
A&T employees are generally required to reside in North
Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty
station.
Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41307
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
(DD-214)
