Athletic Trainer

The Athletic Trainer is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and management of injuries and medical conditions affecting student-athletes participating in Wallace State Community College athletic programs. The Athletic Trainer works collaboratively with coaches, team physicians, healthcare providers, and college personnel to promote the health, safety, and well-being of student-athletes while supporting the mission and goals of the Athletics Department and the College. Provide athletic training services and sports medicine support for assigned intercollegiate athletic programs. Evaluate, treat, and manage athletic injuries and illnesses, including developing and implementing injury prevention and rehabilitation programs. Provide emergency care, first aid, and return-to-play recommendations in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers. Coordinate pre-participation physical examinations, medical clearances, referrals, and other healthcare services for student-athletes. Monitor student-athlete health and wellness and provide education on injury prevention, nutrition, hydration, recovery, and wellness practices. Maintain accurate, confidential medical records and ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, privacy, and recordkeeping requirements. Assist in the development and implementation of emergency action plans and other student-athlete health and safety protocols. Provide athletic training coverage for practices, competitions, and athletic events, including coordinating medical coverage and serving as a liaison with healthcare and emergency personnel. Maintain athletic training facilities, equipment, supplies, inventory, documentation, and assist with budget-related responsibilities. Collaborate with coaches, academic support staff, healthcare providers, and other college personnel to support student-athlete success and ensure compliance with NJCAA, ACCC, institutional, and applicable state and federal regulations. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, required, or directed by the College. The College reserves the right to assign additional tasks and to alter or reassign job duties as necessary to meet business and operational needs. In order to perform these essential functions, the Athletic Trainer must be present at work. Therefore, attendance is an essential function. Bachelor's degree in athletic training, sports medicine, exercise science, or related field from a regionally accredited institution. Minimum of two (2) years of athletic training experience at the collegiate, secondary school, or professional level. Must possess a current certification from the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers. Must possess or be eligible to possess licensure as an Athletic Trainer through the State of Alabama. Must be certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid. Demonstrated experience working with multiple sports programs. Demonstrated experience with electronic medical record systems. Must be have knowledge of NJCAA athletic programs and regulations. Ability to work nonstandard hours, including evenings and occasional overnight travel, as needed. Valid driver's license is required.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

A complete application packet must be received in the no later than 1 p. m., Monday, June 29, 2026. A complete application packet consists of: Completed Wallace State Community College employment application with three work references. Résumé Cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the qualifications outlined for the position. Verification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet minimum required qualifications. Letter(s) must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature. Separate transcripts from each college attended (photocopies will suffice until employed) Applicants must meet eligibility requirements to work in the U.S. at time of appointment. All application materials must be submitted as a complete packet and will become the property of the College. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only application packets received during the period of this announcement will be considered.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT

WWW.WALLACESTATE.

EDU/EMPLOYMENT Please Note:

ALL APPLICATION MATERIAL MUST BE SCANNED.

It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these documents during the process. Human Resources Monday

• Thursday 7:30 am
• 4:30 pm Friday 7:30 am
• 2:00 pm 256-352-8020 When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied.

HOWEVER , this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they have submitted all necessary application materials in accordance with the vacancy announcement. All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail. In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

The deadline for receipt of all application material is June 29, 2026.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The College reserves the right to fill the position within four months of the stated deadline date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position should circumstances warrant the need to fill more than one position. Applicants scheduled for an interview may receive or review the Essential Functions for the position at the time of the personal interview. Any applicant, however, may request a copy of the Essential Functions for the position prior to the interview appointment. All male applicants between the ages of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Before an offer of employment can be made to the selected candidate, the College will require written verification (on letterhead and signed by an appropriate authority) from current and previous employers confirming the required level of experience as stated in the "Qualifications" section. Wallace State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College Systems, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Wallace State Community College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship. Applicants requiring accommodations in the application or interview process should contact the Human Resources Office at 256-352-8020 prior to the closing date of the announcement. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Wallace State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirm an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.