Job Description

Position Summary:

The Athletic Trainer position is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of athletic training and sports medicine services for an NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics program with secondary sport coverage as determine by the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine.

Located in the beautiful city of Fort Collins, Colorado State University is a premier land-grant university with world-class programs in education, outreach, and research. CSU has a student body of over 34,000 students, 7,400 employees, 258,000 living alumni, and annual research expenditures exceeding $498 million.

The Colorado State University Department of Athletics sponsors 16 men’s and women’s intercollegiate sports and competes as a member of NCAA Division I-FBS and the Pac-12 Conference. More information on the University and its intercollegiate athletics program can be found at www.csurams.com and www.colostate.edu.

For application consideration:

• Please merge all application materials, specifically resume and cover letter, into a single file (PDF preferred).

• Upload this combined file in the Resume/Cover Letter section of the application.

• Please ensure the document is clearly labeled (e.g., Lastname Firstname Application).

Essential Job Duties

• Responsible for primary athletic training sport coverage for sport(s) as assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine
• Provide clinical evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses under the general supervision of the designated team physician and in accordance with standards of the NATABOC and state regulatory board
• Maintain current certification and credentials consistent with NATABOC and state regulatory agency requirements
• Coordinate physician referrals as part of the injury management process
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date written treatment and injury records in accordance with established medical documentation standards
• Maintain open lines of communication with coaching staff, team physicians and medical providers 
• Assist in the development and integration of sports medicine policies and procedures as they relate to the operation of athletic training services, including EAPs and game day EMS
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Director of Athletics or supervisor

Conditions of Employment

• Background check
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and travel as needed

Supervision

This position assists with supervision of student volunteers and student hourly employees as applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in health and exercise science, sports medicine, kinesiology, anatomy or related field
• Minimum of two years of previous experience as a certified athletic trainer
• Current BOC certification
• Current license as an athletic trainer with the State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) required prior to the start date of employment
• High level of clinical athletic training skills, effective communication, and ability to work effectively with a team-based approach

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Broad-based experience
• Experience working full-time in an intercollegiate sports medicine or athletic training program at the NCAA Division I level
• Ability to manage competing and urgent priorities and meet deadlines in a high demand profession
• Ability to respond professionally and competently in emergency situations

Salary Range

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

• Review our detailed benefits information here.

• Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.

• For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator.

• Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.