Title: FXD Athletic Trainer Fellow
VP Area: Athletics Director Office – General
Department: Training Room
Work Schedule: Irregular
Telework Availability: On-campus Position
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Classification: Fixed Term Staff
Hours per week: 25
Months per year: 10
Fixed Term End Date (if applicable): 5/31/27
Job Purpose:
Supports the athletic programs of the University by providing athletic training services to student athletes.
Essential Functions:
- 90% – Athletic Training
- Provides athletic training coverage for practices and events as assigned.
- Treats athletic injuries occurring to varsity athlete that does not require a physician’s services.
- Evaluates all injuries for determination of treatment.
- Collaborates with professional medical staff in rehabilitation program development for student-athletes to assist in their recovery.
- Communication with strength and conditioning staff, coaches, and student-athletes in regard to injury prevention, rehabilitation and return to play plans.
- Works with all athletes and coaches in the prevention of athletic related injuries.
- Refers athletes for further care arising from conditions indicated on the physical examination.
- Contributes through departmental policies, procedures, and actions to University-wide gender equity and cultural diversity efforts and to foster a climate of multi-cultural understanding and appreciation.
- Maintain certification through the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC), as well as remain a member in “good standing” of the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA), maintains Washington State Athletic Trainer License.
- 5% – NCAA Compliance
- Employees of Gonzaga University’s Athletic Department must comply with all NCAA rules and regulations, and acknowledge this compliance as part of an evaluation process.
- 5% – Additional Duties as Assigned by the Department
Educational Requirement:
- Bachelor’s Degree
Years of Related Experience Requirement:
- <1 year
- In lieu of the educational qualifications, candidates may qualify with equivalent professional experience at a ratio of one year of experience for each year of required education.
Certifications and/or Licensures:
- BOC Certification by the time the position starts.
- Eligible for an athletic training license in the state of Washington.
- Current CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers certification (or equivalent)
Skills & Abilities:
- Energetic and motivated self-starter with strong organization skills, ability to meet deadlines and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to relate and work well in a diverse university, community and athletic department environments.
- Ability to communicate in an effective manner, in writing and verbally, with numerous constituencies.
- Ability to be detail-oriented in a fast-paced high-pressure environment.
- Demonstrated working relationships with administrators, support staff, medical community, coaches and patients/student-athletes.
- Knowledge and/or a working understanding of medical records, insurance and evaluation following HIPAA and FERPA.
- Excellent administrative, organizational, time management, computer application, communication and personnel management skills.
- Ability to travel, work evenings and weekends as needed for position duties
Preferred Qualifications:
- One year of Athletic Training experience
Physical & On-Campus Requirements:
In-Office Presence – Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week
Standing/Sitting – Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Often (50%-75% of time)
Walking – Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Often (50%-75% of time)
Lifting/Carrying – Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight (e.g., 50 pounds): Often (50%-75% of time)
Attention to Detail – Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Rarely (1%-49% of time)
Problem-Solving – Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Rarely (1%-49% of time)
The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to offer for this position: 25.00
Pay Range:
Minimum Salary (Non-Exempt): 24.90
Midpoint Salary (Non-Exempt): 31.11
Maximum Salary (Non-Exempt): 37.33
Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: False
At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.
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