Athletic Trainer for Wellness and RecreationJob ID: 295617
Location: Georgia College & State Univ
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.
As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.
Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.
The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.
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https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653> policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct<
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct>. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu.
Job Summary The Athletic Trainer for Wellness and Recreation is directly responsible for providing athletic training services for intramurals, club sports, and other WRC sponsored events.
Athletic training services will include rendering emergency care, development of injury prevention programs, providing appropriate preventative devices, assessment and management of injuries, and treatment and rehabilitation of injuries.
Responsibilities Risk Management - 50- Provide athletic training services for intramural and club sports events and determine which events are the highest risk and provide coverage accordingly.
- Update the WRC Emergency Action Plan and educate staff on policies to follow during emergency-based situations.
- Respond and appropriately manage all emergencies while on-site.
- Train student supervisors on risk management policies and continue to educate and update them monthly.
- Assess and manage all injuries that occur during WRC sponsored events.
- Maintain accurate records of all injuries and treatments that are provided.
- Keep inventory of all medical supplies and assist the associate director in developing and maintaining a budget for athletic training services.
- Ensure safety of participants through proper maintenance of equipment, proper staff coverage, safe playing conditions for all intramural and recreational activities.
Program/Operation Management - 45- Develop and implement a comprehensive athletic training program that includes clinical evaluation hours, therapeutic rehabilitation, injury follow-up, and return-to-play guidance specific to intramurals and club sports.
- Establish clinical protocols, documentation processes, and treatment standards that align with NATA best practices and institutional policies
- Develop and maintain a structured system for scheduling and providing clinical services, including daily injury assessment hours and rehabilitation sessions.
- Create evidence-based rehabilitation programs tailored to common injuries seen within intramurals and club sports.
- Establish and manage a referral network with campus partners, orthopedic providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care.
- Evaluate and select therapeutic modalities, rehabilitation tools, and other clinical resources needed to support high-quality athletic training services.
- Develop a long-term strategic plan for the growth of the athletic training program, including recommendations for staffing, equipment, space utilization, and service expansion.
Other - 5- Perform other duties as assigned
- Perform other duties as directed by the Director/Associate Director of Wellness and Recreation.
- Serve on campus committees as required.
All employees within the Division of Student Life will assist with at least three (3) student events/programs per semester that occur outside of regular business hours.
Examples of events/programs which satisfy the event service requirement include but are not limited to:
Fall - Week of Welcome, Move-In days, Family Weekend
Spring - Homecoming, Spring Concert, Family Day, preview days, and Junior Day.
The specific list of eligible events/programs for each semester will be maintained and communicated by the Office of the Vice President for Student Life.
Required Qualifications Educational RequirementsBachelor's degree in Athletic Training
Other Required QualificationsNATA BOC certified and possess or be in the process of acquiring licensure in the State of Georgia
CPR/AED and First Aid Certification
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational QualificationsMaster's degree in Athletic Training
Preferred Experience- Ability to administer multiple on-going tasks and follow complex administrative procedures
- One or more years of athletic training experience working with collegiate aged athletes.
- Preference in FMS, SFMA, PES, CES, or CSCS credentials or equivalent.
Proposed Salary This position is a pay grade 8. The available salary range is $47,476.00 to $58,278.50. Starting salary within this range is based on relevant years of experience. For more information about GCSU compensation practices, click here:
https://www.gcsu.edu/pay-grade-structureRequired Documents to Attach - Cover Letter
- Resume/CV
- List of References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES- Ability to make independent decisions regarding the assessment and management of injuries
- Ability to communicate effectively during high stress/pressure situations when talking to patients and other staff members
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
- Ability to identify potential risks and plan and respond accordingly
- Ability to work collaboratively with others
KNOWLEDGE- Knowledge of department operations and goals.
- Trained and skilled in risk management and emergency preparedness.
- Knowledge of a large range of medical problems/issues
SKILLS- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills.
- Trained and skilled in risk management and emergency preparedness
USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, be excluded from employment or participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination, under any program or activity conducted by GCSU.
Georgia College & State University is a national award-winning institution in areas of student success and achievement. It strives to achieve excellence in the composition of its community, educational programs, university policies, research and scholarship, campus life, employment practices, extracurricular activities, and community outreach. It is a priority of the university to be a welcoming and inclusive environment so that its campus culture will enhance the ability of its community members to succeed in their endeavors, to be respected as individuals, and to feel a sense of belonging.
Other Information This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check - Criminal Background Check
- Education Verifcation
- DMV Check
- Drug Screening
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=36000&JobOpeningId=295617&PostingSeq=1
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