Western Connecticut State University·Danbury, Connecticut
Provide athletic training services including assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for student-athletes across 23 intercollegiate sports programs. Coordinate with interdisciplinary medical professionals and manage annual medical clearance reviews for assigned rosters.
Western Connecticut State University Intercollegiate Athletics Athletic Trainer Academic Year 2026-2027
Western Connecticut State University’s (WestConn) Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for the full-time, 10-month position of Athletic Trainer. Start date will be negotiable.
WestConn is committed to enhancing our diverse university community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. WestConn is honored to be awarded the federal designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). This accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in our progress toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community.
WestConn is a Division III school and a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). The football program is a member of the Landmark Conference while the other 22 intercollegiate athletic programs are members of the Little East Conference. Additional information about the department may be found at https://westconnathletics.com. Information on the University may be found at https://www.wcsu.edu.
Primary responsibilities include providing athletic training services for the assessment, treatment, & rehabilitation of athletic injuries for the student athletes participating in 23 intercollegiate sports programs as well as to visiting team members who may be in need of immediate care. The position entails effective and confidential communication with interdisciplinary medical professionals in a team environment. In addition, medical clearance review of assigned rosters will be done annually. Specific team coverage and additional duties will be assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer. Travel is required.
Candidate must have earned a master’s degree in athletic training or related field. Candidate must have current certifications by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association-Board of Certification (NATABOC) & Emergency Cardiac Care as recognized by the NATABOC (American Heart Association-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider or American Red Cross-CPR/AED/First Aid). Candidate must obtain & maintain Connecticut State Licensure. Experience working directly with collision sports is preferred. Experience in technologies such as SportsWare is preferred, as well as a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively & professionally, including written, interpersonal, & public speaking. Availability to work regular days, mornings, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays may be required. Sports Medicine management skills such budget management is preferred.
A candidate who does not meet the above standards may also be appointed provided the candidate has credentials and/or experience substantially comparable to the above listed experience.
Interested applicants must submit a letter of application, which outlines interest in, and qualifications for, the position; a current resume, and the names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references.
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Position open until filled with priority consideration given to those applying by August 3, 2026.
WestConn is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Educator/Employer
Candidates must hold a master's degree in athletic training, be NATABOC certified, and maintain Connecticut State Licensure. Proficiency in emergency cardiac care and experience with collision sports or SportsWare technology is preferred.
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