Certified Athletic Trainer

TITLE:                                Minor League Athletic Trainer

DEPARTMENT:                 Rookie- AZ Complex

REPORTS TO:                    Minor League Athletic Training Coordinator

STATUS:                            Full-Time; Exempt

San Diego Padres Commitment:

The San Diego Padres are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our

employees. We strive to create an environment for everyone by including perspectives from

backgrounds that vary by race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, and national origin.

If you are not sure you’re 100% qualified but are up for the challenge – we want you to apply.

We believe skills are transferable and passion for our mission goes a long way. 

Your role as a Minor League Athletic Trainer:       

You will cover athletic training responsibilities for our Rookie team in Peoria, AZ.  Duties will include but are not limited to: coverage of spring training, coverage of Arizona Complex League season, post-season camp, daily treatments, documentation of treatments, arranging doctor’s appointments, administrative duties, placing supply orders, and maintaining the supply budget.

All the responsibilities we will trust you with:               

• Exemplifying our Padres Core Values/Mission Statement: Communication and Collaboration, Progress and Innovation, Accountability and Integrity, and Effort and Results, through building meaningful connections with a diverse fan base and serving as impactful leaders in the San Diego community  


• Covering athletic training duties during Spring Training, ACL Season, and post-season camp


• Providing daily treatments for prevention and rehabilitation


• Documenting provided treatments within the MLB EMR system


• Arranging doctor’s appointments and other administrative tasks


• Managing the supply budget and regularly submitting supply orders


• Other job duties as necessary

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most:              

• Proficient computer skills including experience with MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc., and general knowledge of basic office equipment including copier, laser printer, telephone, and computer


• Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and effectively work well with others in a collaborative, respectful manner

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with capacity to handle high volumes of detailed work, multi-task and manage projects on strict deadlines


• Maintain professional demeanor with a high degree of discretion, integrity, and accountability


• Maintain consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance


• Fluently bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred

• Previous baseball experience and working in an Athletic Training program or high-level private group training setting, is preferred

You will be required to meet the following:

• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment


• 4-year Bachelor’s Degree, or education equivalent from an accredited college or university


• Current NATA-BOC Certification, in good standing


• CPR/AED certification is required


• Must have a valid current driver's license with a good driving record (subject to review)


• Able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays and extended hours as needed


• Able to travel as needed


• Minimum physical requirements:  able to travel to and gain access to various areas of the ballpark for prolonged periods of time during games and events; able to lift and transport up to 50 pounds


• As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check

Salary and additional compensation:

Per the California pay transparency law, the base salary range for this full-time position is $52,000 to $60,000. As a candidate for this position, your salary and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, job-related skills and any other factors the San Diego Padres considers relevant to the hiring decision for this position.

In addition to the base salary, the Padres believe in providing a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package for its employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match + automatic company Safe Harbor contribution, Basic Life Insurance (with option to purchase Supplemental Life Insurance), Pet Insurance, NATA dues reimbursement, generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday program, paid employee parking, onsite barista service, lunch provided weekly, employer provided game tickets to home games, onsite fitness classes and experiences, ballpark discounts on food and retail, work from home Fridays (during the offseason and when team is on the road), smart casual dress code and so much more! All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of official plan documents which may be modified or amended at any given time.

The San Diego Padres are an Equal Opportunity Employer.