"Athletic Trainer"

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Wayne State College (WSC) is seeking individuals who are currently BOC Certified or have sat for the BOC exam making them BOC Certification eligible to become an Athletic Trainer. This posting is for two newly created full-time positions on a 12-month contract. At WSC we strive to provide quality healthcare for our student-athletes. We are present at practices, home and away competitions, and provide treatment and rehabilitation throughout the day in our athletic training room. Sport assignments for these openings will be determined once hiring is complete though your interests will be taken into consideration.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Athletic Trainer

Nature of Work 

Provides preventative care, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Supervise the daily operation of the athletic training room, cleaning the athletic training room, filling whirlpools, stocking tapes, and doing inventory to ensure for smooth operation of the treatment and care of the student athletes.

Examples of Work Performed 

1. Represent Wayne State College and the Athletic Department in a positive manner with a high degree of integrity and quality.

2. Promote and support Wayne State College and its mission.

3. Promote and support Wayne State College Athletic Department’s program mission and goals.

4. Provide leadership in the planning and operation of Athletic Training Services.

5. Administer to the needs of various teams within the policies of Wayne State College, NSIC, NCAA, and NATA.

6. Assist with the coordination of documentation, filing, and all maintenance of all medical related records.

7. Assist with organizing and facilitating all daily operations related to Athletic Training services.

8. Establish effective interpersonal relations with coaches, players, administration, students, local medical personnel, and the public.

9. Assist Head Athletic Trainer in the selection, supervision and evaluation of graduate assistants and student worker(s).

10. Assist Head Athletic Trainer in delegation of responsibilities to graduate assistants and student worker(s).

11. Assist in promotion and public relations activities for the Wayne State College Athletic Department.

12. Assist Head Athletic Trainer with enforcement of athletic training room rules including discipline and sportsmanship behavior.

13. Provide Athletic Training coverage for assigned practices and home/away athletic competitions.

14. Assist with the coordination of Athletic Training and First Aid coverage and services for all summer sports camps and leagues.

15. Provide treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.

16. All other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer and/or Director of Athletics.

Required Qualifications 

BOC Certification is required for employment however, applicants that are BOC Certification eligible by August 1, 2024, will be considered. Nebraska licensure for athletic training or eligible to apply is also required.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Master’s degree

• Previous college-level athletic training experience

• Minimum of 1 year full time experience in

addition to ATEP experience

• Excellent communication, planning, and

organizational skills

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Results oriented, creative and highly motivated

• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player

• CPR and AED Certification

Physical Demands 

License and Certification Requirements 

• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer

• Nebraska licensure for athletic training or eligible to apply

• Valid Driver’s License

Other Requirements 

Week day and weekend work required.

Criminal Background and Drivers License Check

Salary Information Competitive, commensurate with qualifications & experience. Attractive & comprehensive fringe benefit package. Annual salary range is $43,788-$54,735.

FTE 

1.000

FLSA Exempt

Union Status NSCPA

Number of Vacancies 2

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number PS1292P

Desired Start Date 

Open Date 12/06/2023

Close Date 

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants 

Wayne State College (WSC) is seeking individuals who are currently BOC Certified or have sat for the BOC exam making them BOC Certification eligible to become an Athletic Trainer. This posting is for two newly created full-time positions on a 12-month contract. At WSC we strive to provide quality healthcare for our student-athletes. We are present at practices, home and away competitions, and provide treatment and rehabilitation throughout the day in our athletic training room. Sport assignments for these openings will be determined once hiring is complete though your interests will be taken into consideration.

General Information 

Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.

EEO Statement 

The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and do not discriminate against any student, employee, or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, or age in employment and education opportunities. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges’ non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.

Veteran Statement This position is subject to Veterans Preference.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

0-1

1-3

3-5

5-7

7+

* Do you currently have or are you able to obtain Nebraska Licensure for Athletic Training prior to employment start date?

Yes

No

* Please describe the attributes that will make you a strong candidate for this position.

(Open Ended Question)

* Are you a current BOC Certified Athletic Trainer in good standing?

Yes

No

* Have you taken your BOC Exam?

Yes

No

* If you have taken your BOC Exam, when do you expect to obtain results?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

Conferred Transcript 1

Optional Documents

Letter of Recommendation

Licensure/Certification

Transcript 2