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Job Description
Job TitleHead Athletic Trainer-Volleyball & Beach Volleyball Agency Tarleton State University Department 04340000 Division of Athletics Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationStephenville, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Head Athletic Trainer, Volleyball & Beach Volleyball in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further. At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond. ________________________________________________________________________
Important Immigration Information:
A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate. ________________________________________________________________________ Head Athletic Trainer, Volleyball & Beach Volleyball This position provides athletic training services to inter-collegiate athletes to ensure proper medical care, prevention and treatment of injuries. Individuals must have the ability to make independent decisions in the following areas: injury assessment, injury referrals, injury care management, return to play, emergency care, communication and administration under the supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine. This position requires the ability to work with the athletic training staff, strength and conditioning staff, sport coaches, athletic administration, team physicians, and various departments across campus. Individuals must possess the skills necessary to multi-task, complete tasks on time, and plan effective strategies to manage multiple student athletes. A staff athletic trainer is generally assigned to support specific varsity teams with various administrative responsibilities. This is a twelve-month position with full benefits. Work hours will vary based upon the time of year but do include evenings, weekend and travel with assigned sport. Due to the non-traditional work hours of collegiate athletics, work hours can be flexible, especially out of season to promote work-life balance. The work required is in-person and located in Stephenville, TX. Responsibilities 75% - Clinical care for assigned student-athletes Coordinates medical care of intercollegiate student-athletes consistent with the Tarleton State Sports Medicine Guidelines. Care includes the prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, return to play decisions and emergency care of injuries and/or illnesses Supports assigned varsity team(s); handle walk-in-care and supports special events as assigned Provides appropriate practice and game day coverage, including team travel as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine Implement measures to prevent injuries and prepare athletes for practice and competition, including taping, bracing, therapeutic exercise, movement screens and wearable technology Refers student-athletes to team physicians as appropriate and implements physician's instructions regarding management of athletic injuries Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively in a team environment Must be able to make appropriate decisions regarding the sports medicine emergency action plans and carry out plans for each athletic venue Supports the education of Tarleton State's Masters Athletic Training Students through their preceptor role Maintains Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers and/or Texas Athletic Training Licensure; Maintains First-Aid, CPR and AED Certification Adheres to the expectations and professional responsibilities of the Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University and Tarleton State Athletics Employs the standards, practices and procedures of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, National Athletic Trainer's Association, Western Athletic Conference and Texas Department of License and Regulation 25% - Administrative duties Communicates professionally and effectively across a large, diverse population including but not limited to, student-athletes, athletic training staff, athletic training students, team physicians, coaches, athletic administration, strength and conditioning staff, MSAT and Kinesiology faculty, other sports medicine umbrella practitioners and campus colleagues Prepared and maintains medical records, including but not limited to the documentation of injury reports, medical treatments, rehabilitation programs, medical referrals and other medical records Carries out NCAA and/or Institutional Drug Testing per the respective protocols Ability to carry out various administrative responsibilities needed to maintain operational procedures of a Division I Athletic Training Facility per Tarleton State Sports Medicine Guidelines Supervision of assigned Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer per Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine Supports the education of Tarleton State's Masters Athletic Training Students through their preceptor role Completes all Texas A&M System and Tarleton State University training requirements on time Serves as a Campus Security Authority Reports non-compliance incidents to their supervisor, manager and/or compliance officer
Minimum Qualifications Required Education and Experience:
Master's Degree, Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers and/or Texas Licensed Athletic Trainer. If outside of Texas, candidates must be eligible for Texas State Licensure.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively in a team environment Knowledge of NCAA rules and sports medicine standards of care. Excellent organizational skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Other Requirements:
Non-traditional work hours including nights, weekend and travel are required. The ability to maintain a valid driver's license and to drive personal, institutional and rental vehicles are required. Must be able to move medical equipment and supplies weighing up to 75-100 pounds.
Preferred:
Two to three (2-3) years employed experience as a certified athletic trainer in secondary school, collegiate or professional athletics is preferred. Candidates with experience in therapeutic exercise, manual therapy or soft tissue certifications are preferred.
Compensation & Benefits Salary:
Commensurate with experience
Salary Range:
The target base annual salary range is $53,745 up to $76,321 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and qualifying part-time employees. Our Careers Page offers an overview of the great benefits we offer; for detailed information visit our Benefits Information page. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Application Procedure:
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.
Employment applications must include:
Completed online application Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications Curriculum Vitae or Resume At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. "See resume" is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of
Doctoral Universities:
High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is an NCAA Division l athletics member. All links will open to a new tab Division of Human Resources Benefits University Leadership Research and Economic Development Traditions and History Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@tarleton.edu.
