Assistant Athletic Trainer

South Dakota State University (SDState) is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to join our team. This role supports the coordination of athletic training services, ensuring the health and well-being of our student-athletes. From injury prevention and evaluation to rehabilitation and return-to-play management, this position plays a vital role in keeping athletes performing at their best. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about sports medicine and thrives in a team environment. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota. This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

SDState is an NCAA Division I institution and competes in the Summit League for all sports except football (Missouri Valley Football Conference), wrestling (Pac 12), and women’s equestrian (National Collegiate Equestrian Association).

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and provide care for sport teams filtered through the main training room in the Sanford Jackrabbit Athletic Complex Athletic Training Room (especially sports assigned – track/field and cross country).
• Coordinate and follow up with physician clinics.
• Assist with scheduling, supervision, and evaluation of athletic training students (ATS).
• Assist with the administration of services related to the sports medicine program as requested (i.e. day to day operations/cleaning; limited insurance, setting up yearly physicals for student-athletes).
• Play an active role in developing goals and objectives of the Athletic Training Education Program, specifically assisting with the design of clinical education and field experience.

SALARY RANGE:

The minimum starting salary for this position is $44,000 with education and or experience to be considered.

BENEFITS:

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Athletic Administration or Sports Science completed by appointment date.
• At least one year of experience with intercollegiate athletics or clinical setting (an equivalent combination will be considered).
• Effective communication (oral, written, and interpersonal) skills.
• BOC certification for athletic training and CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain these certificates by employment.
• Demonstrated organization and time management skills.
• Demonstrated computer application skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, or Administration.
• At least one year of experience supervising athletic training students.
• Division I intercollegiate experience.
• Experience providing athletic training services to the sport of track/field and cross country.
• Eligible for state license in South Dakota.
• Experience with team travel responsibilities.
• Experience with supply ordering/monitoring.
• Knowledge and/or understanding of medical records following HIPAA, FERPA and Sportsware.
• Knowledge and/or understanding of medical insurance.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Position closes 07/28/2026.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, curriculum vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

For questions on the position, please contact the supervisor, Benjamin Heinze by emailing Benjamin.Heinze@sdstate.edu or calling 605-688-5625. 

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