Department: Athletics
Work Location: Klamath Falls
Position Summary:
The Department of Athletics seeks applications for the role of Athletic Trainer or Head Athletic Trainer; a full-time, 12-month, fixed term position, which reports in-person to the Klamath Falls campus.
The primary objective of this position is to manage the prevention, treatment, documentation and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Other duties include daily operations and scheduling of the athletic training room, budget management, administrative duties, inventory control, secondary insurance monitoring, communication with other medical professionals for referrals, supervision of one full-time staff member, as well as student training room assistants and athletic training room policy formation. Collaboration of coverage for practices and games with coaches and subordinate staff is required to assure appropriate treatment the athletes of Oregon Tech Athletics’ thirteen programs.
Candidates seeking consideration for the Head Athletic Trainer appointment must have a Master’s degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Sport Science with an option in Athletic Training.
Candidates who hold a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Sport Science with an option in Athletic Training will be included in consideration for the appointment of Athletic Trainer.
Additional Requirement:
- Master’s degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Sport Science with an option in Athletic Training, is required to receive consideration for the appointment of Head Athletic Trainer;
OR, a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Sport Science with an option in Athletic Training, is required to receive considerations for the appointment of Athletic Trainer. - 3-5 years previous Athletic Trainer experience.
- NATA–BOC Certification certified at time of hire.
- Eligible for registration for the state of Oregon OR be licensed with Oregon Health Licensing Office by the first date of employment.
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications by the first date of employment.
- Current, valid driver’s license by the first date of employment.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.
Preferred Requirements:
- Bi-lingual
- Familiarity with SWAY and IMPACT athlete testing programs.
- Previous collegiate Athletic Trainer experience.
Application Screening Begins: 01/20/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant:
The review of applications will begin January 20, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.
To apply, upload the following elements to your application:
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
License/Certification
Optional Documents
Transcripts (Unofficial)
Letter of Recommendation
For additional information, please contact the Office of Human Resources: [email protected]
Background/Pre-Employment Check:
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and/or any other conditions of employment contained in the vacancy announcement.
AA/EEO Statement:
Oregon Tech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law.
Oregon Tech is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Human Resource at 541-885-1028 or [email protected].
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