"Full Time Faculty Athletic Trainer"

Job Summary

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania enrolls approximately 7,500 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in a charming rural setting in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, the University is just a 20-minute drive from the metropolitan areas of Allentown/Bethlehem and Reading, and about an hour from the Philadelphia metropolitan area. The University seeks to hire employees with experience working with diverse populations.

The Department of Sports Medicine at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania seeks applications for a Temporary Faculty Athletic Trainer. The position is available for immediate hire and will be through the end of the Spring 2026 semester, with the potential to be renewed for the 2026-2027 academic year. This position is not expected to be converted to a Tenure Track position. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: assist with the delivery of the Sports Medicine Services program to student-athletes; evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries; supervision of student employees; ability to work collaboratively with the University's Health and Wellness Services' clinical staff, team physicians and various campus departments and community resources in the delivery of comprehensive health care to student-athletes; providing game and practice coverage, as well as other duties assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine. This is a non-traditional hour's position with the expectations of early morning practice and weekend coverage on Saturday or Sunday, but not both. New graduates are encouraged to apply. A successful interview and demonstration of abilities is required. Weekly salary will be based on APSCUF Instructor 1 compensation. In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, performance review and evaluation of faculty is based on effective training and fulfillment of professional responsibilities; continuing scholarly growth and professional development; and service.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree with BOC certification and PA licensure, or eligible, along with a demonstration of experience working with diverse populations.
• Computer, verbal, and written communication skills will be essential.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Supplemental Information

To apply, applicants should submit the following materials through NeoEd: a letter of application expressing your interest, current resume, copies of relevant current certifications (BOC, PA, FA, CPR/AED), and current telephone numbers of three professional references. Official copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required prior to employment. Review of completed applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Successful interviews, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions. The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.