Associate Athletics Trainer

Working Title: Associate Athletics Trainer

State Role Title:  Administrative and Professional Faculty

Position Type:  Administrative & Professional (Non-teaching Faculty)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Intercollegiate Athletics

Department: 300041 - Sports Medicine

Working Title: Associate Athletics Trainer

State Role Title:  Administrative and Professional Faculty

Position Type:  Administrative & Professional (Non-teaching Faculty)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Intercollegiate Athletics

Department: 300041 - Sports Medicine

Pay Band: 

Pay Rate:  Commensurate with Experience

Specify Range or Amount:  

Is this a JMU only position?  No

Is this a grant-funded position?  N/A

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position?  N/A

Beginning Review Date:  07/16/2026

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Situated in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA.

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General Information:

James Madison University, a Division 1 Member of the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference, is seeking an Associate Athletic Trainer to work with women’s basketball. This position is a 12-month position with a full comprehensive benefits package. The anticipated start date is upon first availability.

The Athletic Trainer will work under the supervision of the Associate AD for Integrated Health and Sports Performance/Director of Sports Medicine, Associate Director of Sports Medicine, JMU Team Physicians and will perform athletic training duties that help ensure the health and safety of the student-athletes. The selected candidate will be expected to maintain a high level of communication, outstanding interpersonal skills, and professionalism as a member of the JMU Sports Medicine Staff. The ability to wok and function as a member of the health care team is essential. This candidate will also serve as a clinical preceptor for JMU's athletics training students.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Included but not limited to:

• Providing and coordinating a high level of athletic healthcare services to JMU student-athletes to include the prevention, evaluation, clinical management, treatment, and short- and long-term rehabilitation of injuries.
• Ensuring emergency readiness at all practices and competitions in accordance with the JMU Emergency Action Plans.
• Engaging in effective written and oral communication with members of the coaching staff, strength and conditioning staff, sports medicine staff/physicians, athletic administration, and Integrated Health and Sports Performance Team.
• Supervising one (1) Assistant Athletic Trainer. Including but not limited to, mandatory monthly check-ins for mentorship, guidance, and problem-solving. This will also include yearly performance evaluations and goal setting.
• Helping to manage day-to-day operations of AUBC Athletic Training facility while assisting the Associate AD for Integrated Health and Sports Performance with policy and procedure incorporation.
• Assisting with Pre-Participation Physical Exam organization (manage yearly schedule for 500+ athletes over 18 teams). This includes ortho evaluation, concussion testing, mental health screening, EKG testing, and physician clearance
• Contributing to an overall team effort by welcoming new and different work requirements and exploring new opportunities to enhance the services to the department.
• Assisting with the scheduling organization and completion of student-athlete pre-participation and exit physical examinations.
• Coordinating timely referrals and communications with the JMU Team Physicians regarding student-athlete injuries, medical conditions, and plan of care.
• Providing appropriate coverage for practices, strength/conditioning sessions and competitions.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records on all student-athletes in a timely, efficient, and confidential manner.
• Counseling and educating student-athletes regarding their injuries and treatment plans.
• Serving as a clinical preceptor to athletic training students.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant institutional, Conference, NCAA and Commonwealth of Virginia regulations.
• Other duties as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director for Integrated Health and Sports Performance.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master’s Degree
• Hold BOC certification, have a Virginia license to practice Athletic Training or be eligible for licensure
• Ability to effectively communicate with multiple parties within the athletics department and campus community
• 3+ years of relevant clinical experience (NCAA Athletics, Basketball, Olympic Sports)
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth

Additional Posting Information:

JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG.

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

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We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

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