State University of New York at New Paltz
Description
The State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz welcomes applications for the role of Director of Sports Medicine in the Department of Athletics, Wellness, & Recreation. This full-time, ten-month position will be responsible for the vision and operations for the sports medicine/athletic training services on campus for our student-athletes.
Responsibilities:
- Uphold the Standards of Professional Practice for Athletic Trainers (https://www.bocatc.org/athletic-trainers/maintain-certification/standards-of-professional-practice/standards-of-professional-practice).
- Effectively manage the financial resources and human resources allotted to the program, including scheduling and supervising the Associate and Assistant Athletic Trainers.
- Ensure proper safety precautions are followed at all times. Revise, develop and implement policies to enhance the safety of New Paltz student-athletes, as well as emergency procedures to effectively respond to accidents and injuries.
- Establish clear expectations and rules for Athletic Training Room procedure and protocol in conjunction with the Student-Athlete Handbook, as well as the rules and regulations for eligibility and participation established by the NCAA.
- Work with athletic administration to provide appropriate athletic training coverage at all varsity competitions and provide resources for practices.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in related fields of athletic training.
- Must be eligible for New York State Training License – and obtain within 1 year of appointment; and possess NATABOC Certification as an athletic trainer.
- Demonstrated ability to establish good rapport and effective working relationships with student–athletes, coaches and staff.
- Five (5) years’ experience organizing, planning, and implementing athletic training services for intercollegiate student-athletes in a 4-year college setting.
- Ability to work weekends and observe a schedule that meets operational needs.
- Current CPR, AED, and first aid certifications required.