Position: Athletic Trainer (Full-Time) APPLICATION PROCESS AND HIRING TIMELINE INFORMATION To apply for this position, you should submit: 1. KWU Employment Application 2. Cover letter, 3. Resume/curriculum vitae, 4. Three references, 5. Desired salary (may be entered on application) 6. Please email your application materials to hr@kwu.edu. The timeline for filling this position is: • Applications will be taken until the position is filled. • Interviews will begin when qualified applicants are identified and continue until a hiring decision is made. • The position starts July 20, 2026. KWU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity in employment . We will check references of past employers and personal references. We will acknowledge receipt of your application as soon as we receive it. Location: Athletics Training Department Overview: The Athletic Training staff, in collaboration with the head team physician, manages a comprehensive sports medicine program. This includes injury prevention, evaluations, treatment, rehabilitation, educational programs, and counseling for student -athletes. The staff attends home competitions, some practices, and travels with certain teams. Staffing needs are influenced by NCAA-reported injury rates. Employment Status: Full-time, exempt, at-will, 10-month contract (12 -month pay). Key Responsibilities: • Sports Medicine Facility (55%): Evaluate and treat athletic injuries. Assist in injury rehabilitation and sports nutrition education. • Practice and Game Coverage (30%): Supervise practices and games for player safety. Manage and treat injuries, following KCAC and NAIA guidelines. • Administrative (10%): Assist with sports medicine administrative tasks, such as injury and disease documentation. • Other Duties (5%): Supervise and teach work -study students. Participate in athletic department committees. Other tasks assigned by the Assistant Athletic Director. Work Schedule and working conditions : Full-time, flexible hours, including nights and weekends for practices and events. Performance Measures: • Patient outcomes and student -athlete welfare. • Ability to work well with others. • Adherence to NATA and BOC standards. Qualifications: • Education: Bachelor’s degree required and 2 years of athletic training experience. ; master’s preferred in athletic training or related field. • Certifications Required or preferred: BOC Certified, Licensed or eligible for a Kansas license, First Aid, CPR, AED certified, and bloodborne pathogen training. • Experience: Required completion of an accredited athletic training program. Preferred 2-5 years of experience in intercollegiate athletic training. Skills: Strong communication and decision -making skills, alignment with the university's mission , and ability to work well with a team. Salary and Benefits: Salary based on experience, with full -time employee benefits. Additional Information: A more detailed job description will be provided at the time of the interview. This is a full-time, exempt position with travel and physical demand involved in athletic training.
