Assistant Athletic Trainer (4790)

Position Information

Posting Detail Information

Working Position Title

Assistant Athletic Trainer (4790)

Classification

Athletic Trainer Assistant

Position Number

00004790

Open Date

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Position Information

Posting Detail Information

Working Position Title

Assistant Athletic Trainer (4790)

Classification

Athletic Trainer Assistant

Position Number

00004790

Open Date

07/30/2025

Close Date

Priority Review Date

08/13/2025

Employee Class

Staff

Full-Time/Part Time

Full-Time

FTE

1.00

Position Status

Temporary

FLSA

Exempt

Job code

1080

Union Representation

Non-Union

Union Code

N/A

Unit/Department

Intercollegiate Athletics

College/Unit

Intercollegiate Athletics

Division

Div Intercollegiate Athletics

Location

CC 204

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page

https://niuhuskies.com/

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

| Overview |
Northern Illinois University (NIU) is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Athletic Trainer. This is a full-time, 12-month position with benefits. Under the general supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer, this position is responsible for assisting in the management and administration of all phases of the athletic training operations. This position is responsible for assisting in the management and administration of all phases of the athletic training operations.

The mission of NIU Athletics is to enhance the University, community and region through service and engagement while developing champions in the classroom, in competition and in life. With long standing traditions and core values centered on family, NIU Athletics is home to 17 NCAA Division I sport programs. Northern Illinois University, chartered in 1895, is a comprehensive teaching and research institution with over 15,000 currently enrolled students and houses seven (7) degree-granting colleges—Business, Education, Engineering and Engineering Technology, Health and Human Sciences, Law, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Visual and Performing Arts. Centrally located in DeKalb, Northern Illinois University is 30 miles west of Aurora, 65 miles west of Chicago, 36 miles west of Naperville, and 45 miles southeast of Rockford. | | Position Summary |
The Assistant Athletic Trainer will provide health care and health education to student-athletes of assigned sports to ensure the safety of, reduce the risk of injury to, and guide the rehabilitation of those student-athletes. | | Essential Duties and Responsibilities |
Athletic Training Services – 35%

• Provide athletic training services to sports as assigned; Services include prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and coverage of practices/contests as deemed necessary and assigned by the head athletic trainer.

Medical Record Retention – 25%

• Maintain complete medical records for assigned teams, including insurance referrals, daily treatments, physician referrals, and injury reports in conformity with the Athletic Training Policies and Procedures.

Relations & Teamwork – 15%

• Maintain positive relationships with team physicians and medical specialists.

Supervision – 10%

• Provide direct supervision of graduate student athletic training students and field crew.

Departmental Needs – 5%

• Assist with departmental needs as requested.
• Promote public relations beneficial to the university, the athletic department and the profession.

Licensure – 5%

• Maintain working knowledge of advances in the field as well as current membership in the National Athletic Trainers Association, Inc. and the Illinois Athletic Trainers Association, Inc. Maintain State of Illinois Licensure.

Safety & Student Athlete Well-Being – 5%

• Work in cooperation with athletic department staff to access available resources concerning the following areas of athletic care: safe and protective athletic equipment and facilities, nutrition, recognition and education of substance abuse, personal and mental hygiene, first aid and CPR.

| | Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service) |
N/A | | Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service) |
N/A | | Specialty Factors (Civil Service) |
N/A | | Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service) |
N/A | | Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS) |
1. Bachelor’s Degree required. 2. N.A.T.A. Certification. 3. Eligible to meet Illinois Athletic Trainer Registration requirements. 4. Athletic training experience in school or clinic setting. 5. Experience as a certified athletic trainer.

| | Additional Requirements (SPS) |
1. Ability to communicate with and relate well to student-athletes, coaching and department support staff. 2. Ability to effectively communicate through oral, written and electronic forms. 3. As a staff member within the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, you are responsible for knowledge of and compliance with National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) regulations, both those general in nature and those which apply directly to your position’s responsibilities. Strict adherence to all applicable governing policies, procedures, and regulations of the NCAA is required and is a condition of your employment.

| | Preferred Qualifications (SPS) |
- Master’s degree. - Minimum one (1) year of Athletic training experience at the university or college level. - Experience with NCAA Division I athletes. - Minimum two (2) years of work experience as a certified athletic trainer.

| | Physical demands/requirements |
- Standing - Lifting - Walking - Sitting

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Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

| Anticipated Appointment Start Date | 09/01/2025 | | Anticipated Appointment End Date | 06/30/2026 | | Percent of Staff Year | 1.00 | | Standard Hours Per Week | 37.50 | | Working Hours | Varies; Days/Nights/Weekends | | Salary | $45,000.00/Annually; NIU offers a robust benefits package. | | Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range | $1,875.00/Semi-monthly | | Earn Type | Salary |

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

| Application Procedure |
For full consideration, please visit https://employment.niu.edu/po... to submit the following materials by 8/13/2025 :

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter – Please include your interest in employment with NIU and how your previous experiences position you for success in the role for which you are applying.
• Current Resume
• List of Three Professional References
• Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts will be required within 30 days of start date).
• Copies of Required Certifications

Applications submitted after 8/13/2025 are welcomed but will be considered as needed. | | Special Instructions | | | Quick Link to Applicant | https://employment.niu.edu/postings/8... | | Is Background Check Required? | Yes | | EEO Statement Summary |
In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services Building Room 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560 | | Visa Policy |

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

| | ADA Accommodation |
NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu. | | Safety Information |
NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety.
Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy. |

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2. Cover Letter 3. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire) 4. Certifications/Licensure #1 5. List of at least 3 Professional References

Optional Documents 1. Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)

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