Coordinate the prevention, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for student-athletes across 15 varsity sport programs. Additionally, educate and supervise athletic training students to ensure national accreditation standards are met.
Requirements summary
Requires a Master's Degree in Athletic Training or a related field and at least two years of experience. Must hold NATA Certification, Colorado Licensure, and First-aid/CPR/AED certifications.
UNC’s Career Hub Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; UNC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 7/10/2026.
Position Summary
The intercollegiate athletics program is an integral part of the university striving to achieve the same standards excellence in athletics that exist within academic programs. The program is concerned with the physical and mental welfare of the student and strives to ensure that every athlete has the opportunity to succeed academically and obtain a degree. Sports programs are a vital function of the University at large. The Athletic Trainer reports to the Director of Sports Medicine and Senior Associate Athletic Director/SWA and is responsible for assisting in the direction of all aspects of the athletic training Program. This position exists to coordinate the prevention, management and rehabilitation of athletic injuries sustained by student-athletes in all 15 varsity sport programs, serving as the primary athletic trainer for selected sports. An emphasis with Division I athletics experience is preferred. Job Duties: 70% Prevent, provide acute treatment and rehabilitation for athletic injuries in student-athletes. Major duties include: Serving as the primary athletic trainer for assigned sports including travel with teams Student-athlete education Assist with inventory, budget, purchasing, and other athletic training administrative functions Coordinate with team physicians, strength coaches, and other necessary personnel for student-athlete healthcare Various administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine. 20% Educate and supervise athletic training students including competency sign-offs. Cooperate with the Athletic Training Education Program administrative staff to assist with programs designed to educate and train future athletic trainers.
10% Implementation of all Sports Medicine policies and procedures This position would require a high degree of independent thought and critical thinking during potentially life threatening situations.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Sick Leave
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Retirement Plans
Tuition Waiver Benefits
Undergraduate Dependent Tuition Grants
The successful candidate must be able to foresee possible situations that could be dangerous in athletic competition or practice, such as lightning or heat illness that would put a student-athlete at risk.
This person must be able to develop a logical and safe progressive rehabilitation program and be able to determine when it is safe to return a student-athlete back to participation, while communicating with the team physicians, administrators, athletic trainers, coaches and student-athletes.
The Assistant Athletic Trainer must also be able to supervise and evaluate student athletic trainers while they are performing their athletic training competency skills.
At times, the position would demand a high degree of problem solving and multi-tasking ability.
Getting athletes, physicians, parents, coaches, and athletic staff working together can be complex because of one’s different goals.
Effective communication skills are essential in developing and maintaining professional working relationships.
Effective documentation skills are essential for maintaining appropriate records of student-athletes’ injuries, the treatments and progressions.
This position will provide a positive impact for athletic coverage and treatment of student-athletes.
Student-athletes will receive the opportunity for appropriate care and treatment of athletic injuries And a possible reduction of injuries due to the increased attention to student-athletes and their activities.
Athletic Training students will receive more individualized and direct education in a practical/clinical Setting.
The Assistant Athletic Trainer will enhance our educational program and allow the academic Program to satisfy national accreditation standards.
The Director of Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer would supervise and monitor the Assistant Athletic Trainer and his/her athletic training activity regularly and provide feed back on a weekly basis at department meetings.
Daily interaction with supervision is common.
Formal annual evaluations will be performed by the Director of Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer with assistance from the Senior Associate Athletic Director.
Program and employee reviews are done annually within the Athletic department.
Minimum Qualifications
A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field or experience. Two (2) years of athletic training experience is required. Experience at the Division I collegiate level preferred. NATA Certification required; Colorado Licensure required/eligible; first-aid, CPR and AED certified Basic computer skills required (Microsoft Office Windows), communication, problem solving, management, supervisory and organizational skills, ability to work well under pressure; knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Must be able to work nights and weekends as required.
Benefits
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position. About UNC The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. Recognized as a top university for social mobility, UNC is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and to serve more than 44% of our undergraduates who are the first in their family to attend college. UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub, to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!
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Background Check Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made.
The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.
This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.
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Assistant athletic trainer openings in Colorado often reflect ongoing demand from schools and sports programs that need coverage for injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation support. These roles are competitive because employers typically want a bachelor’s degree, BOC certification, Colorado licensure, and the physical ability to assist athletes and handle equipment. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and driver’s license before applying.
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