Assistant Athletic Trainer

Department

Athletics, Sports Performance

Compensation

$48,000.00 Annual

General Description / Primary Purpose

The Assistant Athletic Trainer, under the direction of an Associate Athletic Trainer or higher, supports the design, development, and implementation of athletic training processes and programs for UNF Athletics. The position plays a critical role in upholding high standards of student-athlete health, safety, and performance. The Assistant Athletic Trainer also assists in recommending policies and procedures to ensure effective coordination and delivery of athletic training services across assigned sports.

Primary Job Functions

• Provide athletic training coverage for practices, home events, and select away competitions, including:

Department

Athletics, Sports Performance

Compensation

$48,000.00 Annual

General Description / Primary Purpose

The Assistant Athletic Trainer, under the direction of an Associate Athletic Trainer or higher, supports the design, development, and implementation of athletic training processes and programs for UNF Athletics. The position plays a critical role in upholding high standards of student-athlete health, safety, and performance. The Assistant Athletic Trainer also assists in recommending policies and procedures to ensure effective coordination and delivery of athletic training services across assigned sports.

Primary Job Functions

• Provide athletic training coverage for practices, home events, and select away competitions, including:

  • Pre‑participation preparation of student-athletes
  • Administering first aid and immediate medical care during events
  • Post‑game treatment and injury management

• Assist with the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.

• Implement evidence‑based sports medicine practices under the supervision of senior athletic training staff.

• Collaborate with coaches, sport performance personnel, and other staff to promote safe training environments and effective injury prevention strategies.

• Maintain consistent communication with student-athletes, coaches, sports medicine personnel, and healthcare providers regarding injury status, treatment plans, and return‑to‑play protocols.

• Ensure secure handling and confidentiality of student-athlete medical records in accordance with HIPAA regulations and institutional policies.

Marginal Functions

• Coordinate accurate and timely record keeping, including physical examinations, injury documentation, treatment logs, and medical referrals.
• Assist with the processing, documentation, and follow-up of insurance claims.
• Support daily maintenance, cleanliness, and organization of the Athletic Training Facility.
• Assist with orthopedic, general medical, and specialty physician clinics as needed.
• Provide reasonable assistance and presence at departmental activities and events across all sports, as expected by the Athletic Director.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise Athletic Training students or staff as assigned, including providing guidance, task delegation, and appropriate mentorship to ensure high-quality clinical experiences.

Required Qualifications

Master's and 2+ years of relevant experience or Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. 

For more information about this position, please contact Fred Burnett at fred.burnett@unf.edu.

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

This position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). This position has been designated as a CSA because it involves significant responsibility for student and campus activities and/or responsibility for campus security. As such, any person in this position must report to the University Police Department a crime or an incident that might be a crime that he/she becomes aware of. This position has a reporting requirement because the University believes that responsibility for students, campus activities and/or campus security will make the holder of this position someone members of the University community will see as an authority figure and someone to whom they can seek help. A CSA is not expected to investigate or determine whether a criminal incident actually took place. A CSA ’ s responsibility is a duty to report. All positions designated as CSAs are required to complete an online or in - person training session. For more information concerning training or CSA designations, please contact the Clery Act Compliance Manager at (904) 620-1423 or clery@unf.edu.

The holder of this position is responsible for any NCAA and Atlantic Sun Conference bylaws and guidelines that a member of the UNF Athletic Compliance Department provides in addition to all UNF regulations. The individual must also assure that NCAA, Conference and UNF regulations are followed to the best of their knowledge and any violations thereof are reported to UNF Athletic Compliance.

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.

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