Assistant Athletic Trainer | Cameron University

Lawton, Oklahoma, JOB DESCRIPTION: The Assistant Athletic Trainer at Cameron University, an NCAA Division II institution in the Lone Star Conference, is a highly responsible position. The University has a winning tradition in athletics and is strongly supported by the local community. The Athletic Trainer position is a full-time, 12-month assignment. Responsibilities include, but may not be not limited to: care and prevention of sports related injuries; evaluation of all sports related injuries; rehabilitation of student athlete’s injuries as needed; build relationships with medical experts in local community; assist in the processing of all athletic insurance claims of the student athletes; assist in the recruitment of student athletic trainers; assist in the development of a budget within the allocated institutional resources and manages expenditures of funds within the developed budget; assist in the development of schedules for athletic training coverage during practices and competition; assist in the development of daily training room hours of operation; responsible for the daily maintenance and upkeep of the athletic training rooms and equipment; and other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree. Certification through the National Athletic Trainer’s Association or equivalent. Certified in CPR and First Aid. Possess or able to obtain an Athletic Trainer Licensure from Oklahoma Medical Board. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated organizational and management ability. Strong work ethic with a team player’s positive attitude. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Athletic Training experience at the college level. Master's Degree. APPLICATION: To apply, https://jobs.silkroad.com/Cameron/Careers/jobs/1785 INSTITUTION:  Cameron University ( www.cameron.edu ) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at  www.cameron.edu/ops . DEADLINE:  Review of applications will begin immediately with the position being filled as soon as possible.  New grads are encouraged to apply.