"Head Athletic Trainer"

Position Summary

Adams State University is seeking a Head Athletic Trainer. As a direct report to the Director of Athletics this is a full time 12 month at-will position. The fundamental responsibilities of the Head Athletic Trainer position includes managing all aspects of the Athletic Training room.

Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the Adams State athletic training program.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate athletic training staff including assistant athletic trainer, student assistants, and volunteers.
• Communicate regularly with Coaches and Athletics staff regarding scheduling, injury reports, travel, coverage, travel, etc.
• Establish and maintain work schedules, coordinate staff meetings, and establish priority of daily and weekly tasks.
• Write and update policies and procedures for individuals, facilities, treatment, and activity areas by referring to established safety and legal guidelines, NATA Role Delineation Study, and best practices.
• Use electronic medical records system to log all injuries, treatments, and pertinent information (ATS)
• Responsible for purchase of and inventory of all ATR supplies and equipment
• Select, apply and evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions using evidence-based practices to guide decisions (e.g., manual therapy, stretching, strengthening exercises, proprioceptive activities, agility training, cardiovascular training, sports specific training, therapeutic modalities, etc.).
• Recommend, fit and apply braces, splints and assistive devices to facilitate the patient recovery.
• Assess the patient's functional status, interpret the results and determine ability to return to activity.
• Recognize the role of medications in the recovery process. Provide patient education necessary to facilitate recovery.
• Perform a comprehensive examination of the patient with an orthopedic injury or medical condition (e.g., medical history, physical examination, differential diagnosis, and referral).
• Communicate the nature of examination and treatment plan to patient and other involved health care personnel, respecting the privacy of the patient.
• Serve as the primary drug testing administrator or designate another certified athletic trainer in absence. All through DrugFree sport
• Work collaboratively with strength and conditioning staff to design and implement conditioning programs (flexibility, strength, cardiovascular fitness) to reduce the risk of injury and illness.
• Obtain and interpret environmental (e.g., ambient temperature, relative humidity, heat index, lightning) and patient data (e.g., hydration status) to make appropriate recommendations for patient safety and the continuance or suspension of activity.
• Inspect facilities to ensure they are free of hazards, are sanitary, and that equipment is maintained properly.
• Educate patients, coaches, administrators on signs/symptoms of concussions and athletic department concussion management plan.
• Educate and train coaches and administrators on the Emergency Action Plan. Provide mental health education for prevention and care. Assist the athletic department administration in Alcohol, Smoking, and Other Drug (ATOD) education for student-athletes.
• Implement appropriate emergency injury and illness management strategies following a pre-established emergency action plan (e.g., CPR, AED, splinting, use of spine board, control of bleeding, control of body temperature, use of epinephrine for anaphylaxis, etc.).
• Oversee Adam’s State athletic health care administration and delivery, as defined by the NCAA Independent Medical Care Legislation Division I Constitution 3.2.4.16, Division II Constitution 3.3.4.17.
• Serve as the primary point of contact to assure Adam’s State is compliant with NCAA health and safety legislation and inter-association recommendations.
• Coordinating with physicians/medical personnel on care of student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform the requirements of the position, Athletic Training Experience required. Collegiate Athletic Training Experience preferred
• Masters Degree and AT certification required
• Member of NATA
• Ability to work with a variety of personalities and excellent communication skills required.
• A commitment to a strict adherence to NCAA, RMAC, university and department rules and regulations as well as a solid commitment to student achievement in academics. The successful candidate will be a person of high ethical standards and show initiative and integrity to make important independent decisions
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies in a global environment
• Ability to treat others with respect, civility, and courtesy and to work honestly, effectively, and collegiality with employees, students, and the community. This includes the ability to use appropriate conflict management skills to effectively manage any disagreement that might arise or to bring the disagreement to management for assistance in productive resolution when the situation requires.
• An understanding of Adams State University’s vision and mission

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $61,860-$70,368. In addition to salary, Adams State University offers a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. For detailed benefits information please visit our Human Resources Benefits Page.

How to Apply

All interested candidates must submit application materials electronically through Adams State University’s Workday application portal. No other format of application material will be accepted. Completed applications include the following: Cover letter, Resume/CV, Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be necessary at the time of appointment), Three professional references, including phone number and email for each. For full consideration, applications should be received by 10/31/2025. Review of applications will begin immediately after this date. The position will remain open until filled. Applications received after the priority deadline may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee. Questions about the position may be directed to Sarah Hughes at shughes@adams.edu