Job no: 559638 Work type:

Staff Location:

Fullerton Categories:

Unit 2

• CSUEU
• Health Care Support, Administrative, Athletics, Probationary, Full Time Job Title Assistant Athletic Trainer Classification Athletic Trainer II Auto Req.

ID 559638

Salary Range Classification Range $4,908

• $7,150 per month (Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $4,908
• $5,751 per month) Work Schedule Monday
• Friday, 8:00 AM
• 5:00 PM; occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.

Why CSUF California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility. Department The Athletics department strives to provide an intercollegiate athletics program that is an integral part of the total educational experience at Cal State Fullerton (CSUF) and fits within the overall mission of the University. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Assistant Athletic Trainer (Athletic Trainer II). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness. Duties and Responsibilities The Assistant Athletic Trainer will report to the Assistant Athletics Director, Sports Medicine. The Assistant Athletic Trainer supervises the care of student athletes competing in the University's Athletic programs. Work with assigned team(s) and with additional programs at the discretion of their supervisor. Responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of injuries within the University's comprehensive sports medicine program. Coordinate and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies and programs to each patient. Other duties as assigned. Essential Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Athletic Training, Physical Education, Kinesiology or a related field of study or a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Two years of experience as a certified Athletic Trainer in a high school or college environment. General knowledge of the principles and practices of athletic training including conditioning, injury prevention, injury assessment, and rehabilitation. Knowledge of the full range of therapeutic modalities and their practical use and physiological basis, as well as other therapeutic preventions and treatments such as taping, bracing, and massage. Ability to effectively use rehabilitation and exercise equipment, Ability to follow the rules, regulations, and guidelines established by the campuses' governing national collegiate athletic associations pertaining to student athletes, their training, sports medicine care, and health and safety. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) standards for handling blood borne pathogens. Knowledge of the requirements for maintaining medical records, including Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards and following insurance procedures. Ability to effectively assess and evaluate injuries and their severity, develop conditioning and rehabilitation programs, and manage and treat injuries. Ability ty to use the full range of appropriate therapeutic modalities and treatments and rehabilitation and exercise equipment to treat and prevent injuries. Ability to determine the appropriate referrals for athletes to other health care professionals. Ability ty to recognize life threatening situations and administer the appropriate emergency aid. Ability to use a computer to perform medical, insurance, and other recordkeeping functions. Ability to work in an environment with competing priorities. Possession of strong interpersonal and communications skills to develop effective working relationships with athletes. Ability to demonstrate full-to-advanced proficiency in the skills and abilities of the Athletic Trainer. Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and administrative skills involved in coordinating an athletic training and sports medicine program. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Preferred Qualifications Equivalent to a master's degree from an accredited college or university in Athletic Training, Physical Education, Kinesiology or related field of study or combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in High School, Collegiate, or Professional environment. Knowledge of a large range of medical problems. Assessment, evaluation skills, and working with other healthcare professionals is preferred. Ability to think critically and make independent decisions regarding assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and return to play decisions per state licensure guidelines. Athletic trainers should be thorough and detailed with injury tracking and documentation. Ability to communicate effectively in high stress/pressure situation when talking to patients, medical professionals, staff, and families. Must have the ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision. License/Certifications A valid California driver's license. First Aid/CPR/AED certification. Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainer. Special Working Conditions Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator Position will require 20%

• 30% travel and may be required to work during some campus holidays.

Benefits at a Glance An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage Dental and Vision coverage Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability Retirement plan through CalPERS Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible FlexCash (in lieu of health and dental) Employee Assistance Programs 15 paid holidays See our CSUF Benefits website for additional information. Additional Information California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose. Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017. Employees must maintain working knowledge of compliance with relevant NCAA and conference rules, and report any concerns or violations noted. Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct. Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool. If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position. Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment. Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process. Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions. Effective October 1, 2025, the California State University (CSU) will implement a salary step structure for CSUEU-represented employees in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9. This position may be subject to changes resulting from this implementation, in alignment with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement.

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Jul 09 2026 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Jul 23 2026 Pacific Daylight Time