Athletic Trainer I

Indiana State University, United States

Updated: about 4 hours ago
Location: Terre Haute, INDIANA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Details


About the Institution
Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world.
Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute’s historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the “Fighting Sycamores,” fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference. 
Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together.
Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process.
Comments to Applicants
Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
The review of applications will begin on March 25, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Job Title Athletic Trainer I
Department Center for Sports Medicine and Performance
Work Schedule
Must be able to work some weekends, holidays, and evenings. Some travel is required.
Notice of Vacancy Number 26-00078
Desired Start Date
Open Date 03/18/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Category Staff-Exempt Professional
Job Type Staff - Full-Time
Pay Grade 8
Hourly Rate or Salary Range $47,483/year
Benefits Associated with this Position
  • Life Insurance: The coverage amount is based on two and one-half times appointment salary rounded up to the next whole thousand with a maximum coverage of $100,000 and includes the same amount of Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits. The University currently pays the entire cost of coverage.
  • Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Coverage: The cost of coverage is shared between employees and the University. Rates are determined by participation in Wellness Program and use of tobacco products. Coverage is available on the first of the month following appointment date.
  • TIAA Retirement Contributions: Contributions begin based upon the first day of employment at a contribution rate of ten (10) percent of base appointment salary paid in full by ISU. The contributions are vested immediately. There are 40 investment options from which to choose.
  • TIAA Auto Enroll: New employees are automatically enrolled in a tax deferred retirement program at hire: three (3) percent is deducted before taxes for the program to facilitate retirement planning. Employees may opt out of the program within 90 days.
  • Long Term Disability Coverage: Employees are eligible after three (3) years of continuous, regular employment with the University. This policy guarantees approved disabled employees a 66 2/3 percent income protection (from all sources) after 180 days of continuous total disability. Immediate participation is available for current members of a comparable group disability insurance program within 90 days prior to ISU employment and that would have provided income protection upon disability for at least five years.
  • Fee Waiver Program: For the employee, spouse and dependent children: Staff may enroll in up to 18 hours of course work each academic year at a reduced rate. Spouses may enroll in 15 semester hours each academic year with 80% of qualified tuition waived. Dependent children of regular full-time staff who are full-time degree seeking undergraduate students at ISU may receive a fee waiver of 80% of qualified tuition for up to a total of ten (10) semesters.
  • Sick Leave: Accrued at a rate of 12 days per fiscal year with unlimited accumulation.
  • Vacation: Pay level 11 and below accrues up to 15 vacation days earned per year 1 through 4; 20 vacation days per year thereafter. Pay level 12 and above accrues 20 vacation days per year


Optional Benefits
  • Voluntary Life Insurance: Additional amounts of life insurance may be purchased on employee, spouse and dependent children.
  • Voluntary Vision Plan: May enroll within the first 31 days of employment date.
Job Summary/Basic Function
Evaluate and properly care for illnesses and injuries sustained by Indiana State University intercollegiate athletes. Administer therapeutic modalities for treatment of injuries and plan, implement and modify rehabilitation programs to safely return athletes to participation. Serve as a receptor for professional level athletic training students.. Assist in coordinating appropriate medical personnel coverage and travel for ISU sports at the discretion of the Director of the Center for Sports Medicine and Performance. Serve as a liaison for the medical care and well-being of the ISU student athletes and sports medicine staff. Maintain accurate medical records for student athletes including medical history, physical exam forms, daily injury reports and progress notes. Responsible for assisting with the operation and implementation of preseason physicals for all ISU athletes. Act as a member of the Center for Sports Medicine and Performance assisting in decision making and improvements within the department.
Specific Responsibilities
Required Relevant Education & Experience
Education: Bachelor’s Degree (4 years)
Required Field(s) of Study
Athletic Training or related field.
Preferred Relevant Education and Experience
Education: Master’s Degree
Supervisory Responsibilities Has authority or responsibility for the supervision of student workers or graduate assistants only.
Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Must possess a valid driver's license
Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
National Athletic Trainers Association BOC Certification by appointment date
AED/CPR Certified by appointment date
State of Indiana Athletic Trainer License by appointment date
Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations State of Indiana License as an Athletic Trainer
Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Able to adapt to change, Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness, Excellent customer service skills, Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, teambuilding and problem solving skills, Must be able to travel; some overnight travel, when required, Must be comfortable networking with groups or individuals, Willing to interact with students, Willing to work extended hours during events and peak seasons, when required, Work effectively with a diverse community
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Qualifications & Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
NCAA Guidelines

All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.
No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual’s involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.
Position Reappointment Required No

Job Duties


Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Evaluate and care of illnesses and injuries sustained by Indiana State University intercollegiate athletes. Administer therapeutic modalities for treatment of injuries and plan. Implement and modify rehabilitation programs to safely return athletes to participation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise graduate and undergraduate athletic training students.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in coordinating appropriate medical personnel coverage for ISU intercollegiate athletic events and travel with ISU athletic teams.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as a liaison for the medical care and well-being between ISU student athletes and sports medicine staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Update and maintain accurate medical records for individual student athletes including medical history, physical exam forms, daily injury reports, and progress notes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for the operation and implementation of preseason physicals for all ISU athletes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Act as a member of the Department of Applied Medicine and Rehabilitation assisting in decision-making and improvements within the department and programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Rules Compliance is a central element in personnel matters for employees within the Department of Athletics and for those employees outside the Department of Athletics who are involved in NCAA rules compliance activities. These individuals must comply with all NCAA rules on compliance and will be evaluated on that basis.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.

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