This is a categorically funded professional expert temporary position and continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of grant funds and approval by the Governing Board.

Under general supervision, coordinate all functions related to the college's athletic program. 

• Coverage of athletic events and practices as needed and directed by the athletic director and/or athletic training staff
• Direct the work of assistant trainers and other training staff
• Completion and submission of all required compliance and clearance processes
• Eligible to teach classes in first aid, CPR, and sports medicine.
• Participate with a physician or follow a physician's advice to prevent and treat athletic injuries.
• Tape, strap, and bandage athletes to prevent injuries and to aid in rehabilitation.
• Render first aid to Kinesiology students until school nurse arrives.
• Clean, dress, and bandage minor injuries.
• Create rehabilitation programs for student athletes not requiring a physician.
• Oversee rehabilitation programs as prescribed by a physician; operate a variety of therapeutic equipment.
• Complete injury reports and notify appropriate parties.
• Assist athletic director and dean in the purchasing, maintenance, and inventory of athletic equipment.
• Maintenance of certification by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).
• Must complete and pass annual recruiting examination.
• Abide by all departmental, District, conference and state policies and procedures.
• Must possess a valid California Driver's License.
• Drive District vehicles.
• Develop plans necessary for operations of the athletic training program.
• Develop and maintain a student athletic training program.
• Facilitate an out of season sports training program.
• Fundraise.
• Recruit students for the athletic training program.
• Create partnerships with local high school and college programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any bachelor's degree or higher and two years of professional experience; OR
• Any associate degree and six years of professional experience. The professional experience required must be directly related to the assignment.
• Demonstrated evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds in a community college environment.
• Current certification as an athletic trainer by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).
• First Aid and CPR Certification.

• Master's degree in Kinesiology, physical education, exercise science, education with an emphasis in physical education, Kinesiology, physiology of exercise or adaptive physical education; OR
• Bachelor's degree in any of the above from an accredited Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP), AND a master's degree in any life science, dance, physiology, health education recreation administration or physical therapy.
• Two years athletic training experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Working hours: 20 hours/week. May be Monday through Friday, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends and/or holidays as work necessitates and as assigned.
• Local travel is required on a regular basis, and in-state travel is required occasionally.
• Must possess a valid California Driver's License (with no restrictions).
• Must be able to pass a criminal investigation and reference/background check which includes receiving clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of investigation (based on resident history outside California).

• Cover Letter 
• Resume
• Copy of college level transcripts (photocopies or computer printouts are acceptable. Copies of diplomas/degrees are NOT acceptable in lieu of transcripts. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. International transcripts must be transcribed and evaluated in English by a bona fide evaluation service.)