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Assistant Athletic Trainer

Employer
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Location
Minnesota, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Apr 18, 2022

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Position Type
Administrative, Student Affairs, Athletics
Employment Level
Administrative
Employment Type
Full Time


Assistant Athletic Trainer & Women's Hockey Operations (FA22075)

Division: Finance and Administration
Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Unit: Intercollegiate Athletics211, MSUAASF
Location: Mankato
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Employment Condition: Probationary
Work Shift:
Work Schedule/Hours/Days:

Posting Details:
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on May 6, 2022 and continue until the position is filled.
POSITION: Probationary; Range B*

Salary Minimum: $36,632
Salary Maximum: $63,747
Salary Type: Annual
Bargaining Unit/Plan: 211, MSUAASF

Job Description:
The Assistant Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing optimal health care to their assigned athletic teams at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Assist the Head Athletic Trainer in providing optimal health care to MSU student-athletes as well as other visiting teams. The responsibilities include performing assessments, providing initial care for athletic injuries, and coordinating rehabilitation with team physicians. The Assistant Athletic Trainer is essential in communicating injury information to physicians, sports medicine staff, coaches and strength & conditioning staff. The Assistant Athletic Trainer handles treatment scheduling, oversees medical records, and maintains/updates rehabilitation progress reports. In addition, the athletic trainer prepares student athletes for practices and games by applying taping, special padding and bracing techniques. This position supervises athletic training students and graduate assistant athletic trainers. The incumbent will be required to travel with MSU athletics teams in order to provide the athletic health care deemed necessary with this position. Other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

Required Qualifications:
  • Master’s Degree in Athletic Training or related field. (conferred on an official transcript at the time of application.)


OR
  • 5+ post-secondary experience as a certified athletic trainer.

  • Experience with college, professional, and/or junior hockey experience as a certified athletic trainer.

  • Board of Certification Credential (BOC) as an Athletic Trainer; Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Licensed or eligible for licensure.

  • Current American Red Cross/American Heart CPR/AED Certification for the Professional Rescuer.



Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.



  • Certified athletic training experience in working with NCAA Division 1 women’s hockey team.

  • Demonstrated competence in the delivery of health care to assigned teams/student athletes through injury prevention, injury assessment and diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and education.

  • Demonstrated competence in emergency care, medical referral, counseling, sports nutrition, performance enhancing drugs and supplements, recognition of sports related injury/illness, strength and conditioning, as well as other various medical conditions.

  • Superior interpersonal and communication skills to effectively communicate with a variety of individuals, including but not limited to: student athletes, peers, coaches, parents, and physicians.

  • Demonstrated ability to make and implement decisions independently.

  • Demonstrated ability to work and cooperatively and collaboratively with health care staff members.

  • Strong supervisory skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to provide clear and accurate direction to peers and students.



Other Requirements:
Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

Based upon this position’s essential functions, it reports to Mankato, up to 7 days a week, and does not have the option of telework. Telework is at the discretion of management and defined and implemented in accordance with HR/LR Policy #1422 (Telework Policy).

Will average 50-60 hours/week; some weeks more and some weeks less. Work time includes days, nights and weekends. Practice coverage occurs early mornings, evenings and weekends. Event coverage occurs nights and weekends with travel required. Some on-call duty associated with position

About:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The Minnesota State University, Mankato athletic program sponsors eighteen Division II programs competing as a member of the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) and two Division I programs with women’s hockey competing in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA)
and men’s hockey competing in the Central Collegiate Hockey Association (CCHA). The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics supports the University mission by providing student-athletes with exceptional educational and athletic opportunities and commits itself to national leadership, excellence and the highest ethical standards in intercollegiate athletics. The department strives to sustain a strong financial and community base of support by presenting outstanding intercollegiate athletic teams which provide quality entertainment and a positive public identity for the University. Additional information about Maverick Athletics can be found at: www.msumavericks.com.

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu

  • The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.



University Demographics Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes:· Enhancing access and student success.· Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs.· Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here. https://www.minnstate.edu/Equity2030/index.html Minnesota State University, Mankato has identified five broad themes as our basis for discussion in developing our next comprehensive strategic plan. The themes are Serving Students and Managing Enrollment, Focusing our Resources, Offering an Exceptional Student Experience, Caring for Health and Well-Being, and Ensuring a Welcoming, Equitable, and Inclusive University. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation.Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name—Minnesota State University, Mankato.Serving approximately 14,000 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor’s through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and 1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships. With 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesota’s the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/ APPLICATION PROCEDURES:To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website: https://minnesotastate.peopleadmin.com/ A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.
  • Cover Letter
  • Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Contact Information for three (3) references
  • Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
  • A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement presenting a commitment to or experience working an equity-minded environment

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Matt Schmidt, Director of Maverick Health & Performance/Head Athletic Trainer
Athletics Athletic Training
Phone:507-389-1161
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email:matthew.schmidt@mnsu.edu
*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Administrative and Service Faculty which can be found at: https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/
NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/ You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu

Benefits Info:
The following link provides a brief overview of benefits available to eligible employees of Minnesota State University.

Select the ASF Summary (Administrative & Service Faculty) link from the list for specifics of that plan.

Benefits Overview

Posting Number: M222M
Re-posting:
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date:
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date: 04/15/2022
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions Summary:

To apply, visit https://minnesotastate.peopleadmin.com/postings/2149

Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY). This Vacancy Notice is available in alternative format upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. jeid-ad958cbaec12604cb3199706a8ab63ca

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