Assistant Director of Campus Recreation, Athletic Training Program

Under the direction and supervision of the Associate Director of Campus Recreation, the Assistant Director of Campus Recreation will provide oversight, direction, and supervision for the Department of Campus Recreation Athletic Training program and clinic. The Assistant Director will also assist with the organization and administration of the Competitive Sports programming areas, specifically facility and event scheduling, within the overall mission of the Department of Campus Recreation and Student Facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive athletic training services and patient care to a variety of Burns Recreation Center members, including but not limited to Club Sports student-athletes, Intramural Sports participants (e.g., students, faculty, and staff), and individuals participating in open recreation activities.
• Directly oversee and manage the operations of the Department of Campus Recreation Athletic Training Clinic, including but not limited to patient and staff scheduling, medical supplies/equipment ordering and inventory management, accurate recordkeeping, and database systems management.
• Responsible for the recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of per diem certified athletic trainers and paraprofessional student staff, as well as other student staff working in the Athletic Training Program.
• Provide athletic training event coverage and point of contact responsibilities for on-campus Competitive Sports activities, including home Club Sports competitions and Intramural Sports league games and tournaments.
• Organize and coordinate the event scheduling of all on- and off-campus recreation facility spaces for Club Sports practices, competitions, and events.
• Develop and regularly revise safety and risk management policies and procedures for the Athletic Training Program and coverage at Competitive Sports events. Consult and collaborate with the University's Risk Management, Student Health Services, and Campus Public Safety departments as needed to actively assess risk and revise policies and procedures accordingly.

Requirements:

• Typically a Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology or related field. A Master's Degree is preferred. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes. Remain current with local, regional, and national trends by maintaining active involvement in community, regional, and/or national organizations associated with athletic training. Fulfill all continuing education requirements through a commitment to the completion of fifty (50) hours every two (2) years.
• Minimum two (2) years demonstrated clinical and practical experience in Athletic Training field. Experience with student development and personnel management in a higher education setting strongly preferred.
• Experience with and an understanding of supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in a university setting preferred.
• Maintain First Aid/CPR/AED or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.