Head Athletic Trainer

Full-time
$60,000

Southern Virginia University is seeking to hire a talented and motivated Head Athletic Trainer to lead the university’s athletic training program. The Head Athletic Trainer will oversee injury prevention, rehabilitation, and general health and wellness support for student-athletes. This role requires strong leadership, adaptability, and attention to detail to ensure the highest level of care and safety for our athletic programs.

Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the athletic training staff, including hiring, scheduling, and professional development.
  • Conduct initial assessments of athletic injuries or illnesses and determine whether referral to a physician is necessary.
  • Provide first aid and emergency care when needed.
  • Oversee rehabilitation programs and assist student-athletes with recovery.
  • Evaluate and clear athletes for participation based on health assessments.
  • Develop and implement injury prevention programs.
  • Ensure proper use of equipment and provide instruction on injury prevention.
  • Educate coaches, athletes, and medical personnel on best practices for health and injury management.
  • Maintain accurate records of injuries, treatments, and rehabilitation progress.
  • Travel with teams to sporting events to provide on-site medical support.
  • Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and university health and safety regulations.
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field.
  • Nationally certified as an Athletic Trainer by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association – Board of Certification (NATA-BOC).
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Virginia as a Licensed Athletic Trainer.
  • CPR certification.
  • Strong understanding of injury treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Prior experience in collegiate athletic training preferred.
  • Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree preferred.
Physical Demands & Work Environment

Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods. Primarily an office/library environment with occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.

Applications

To apply, interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to hr@svu.edu. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Applications are currently being accepted and reviewed. Southern Virginia University is an equal-opportunity employer. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

About Southern Virginia University

Southern Virginia University is a private, faith-based institution of higher education aligned with the restored gospel of Jesus Christ as taught by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As a university, we gather faithful Latter-day Saints and those who share our values, lift intellectually, socially, and spiritually, and launch into successful lives and careers. Applicants are invited to learn more about the university at svu.edu/mission.