BERGEN COMM COLLEGE·Paramus, New Jersey
Oversee the athletic health care for intercollegiate teams, focusing on the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of student-athletes. Manage the athletic training room, coordinate physicals, and provide medical coverage during practices and home events.
The Athletic Trainer is responsible for overseeing the athletic health care for Bergen Community College’s intercollegiate athletic teams.
The primary focus of this position is to plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive athletic training program that includes the prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and emergency care of students engaged in intercollegiate sports programs at the College.
Establishes and maintains an effective athletic training program for collegiate athletics.
Supports inventory of equipment and uniforms, preparation of team gear, site supervision, gameday operations, pool readings and operational requirements, fitness center and equipment maintenance and care, facility cleanliness, and daily athletic department operations.
Provides first aid and injury assessment/treatment/rehabilitation/reconditioning for Bergen Community College student-athletes. The athletic trainer will also be responsible for making appropriate physician referrals.
Provides coverage at home events and practices from the beginning of the fall sport season to the conclusion of the spring season.
Coordinates the annual required athletic physicals and supervises the clearance of injured athletes prior to and during their sport season.
Maintains a line of communication with the team physician(s) regarding athletic health care and recommended treatment/rehabilitation for all athletic injuries.
Assists coaching staff in evaluating and implementing sport-specific conditioning programs and methods.
Maintains an effective and efficient athletic training room.
Maintains communication with student-athletes on the care and treatment of their injury/condition.
File all necessary reports associated with athletic injuries and/or incidents.
Maintains a daily treatment log.
Oversee the ordering of supplies and equipment pertaining to the athletic training room and maintains up-to-date inventory. Provides the Director of Athletics with an annual budget for supplies and equipment.
Equips each team with appropriate medical equipment.
Assists in the selection and fitting of protective equipment, including special taping, pads, or braces.
Creates a safe playing environment by monitoring and controlling environmental risks.
Share professional literature related to athletic training with the school’s coaching staff.
Performs related duties as assigned.
A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university which included or was supplemented by completion of the undergraduate coursework/subject matter requirements set by the Commission of Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) required. A master’s degree from a recognized college or university in a related field is desirable.
2+ years of related experience is desirable.
Maintain current state licensure in accordance with the New Jersey Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners.
Maintain current certification in CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care. Maintain current certification set forth by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification.
Be able to move equipment and other items as necessary, up to 50 lbs.
This position works evenings and weekends and, at times, requires travel to conferences, regional, and national events.
Salary and benefits
Annual Salary is $60,000-$65,000
NJ Educator's Health Plan with Free Dental and Vision.
NJ State Pension Plan.
Tuition Reimbursement
15 vacation days, 15 sick days, 4 personal days, 2 floating holidays, 3 Partial Sick Days, all designated holidays and 5 non-designated holidays a year.
Bergen Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and 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.
Market context
New Jersey athletic trainer openings often reflect steady demand in school and sports medicine settings, especially for candidates who already hold state licensure and current emergency care credentials. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a CAATE-accredited degree, NATA Board of Certification status, and CPR/Emergency Cardiac Care readiness. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure and certification dates before applying.