POSITION(s):One 10-month, 100% professional academic staff position beginning August 1, 2025 (or earliest possible start date) is available in Intercollegiate Athletics. The working title for this assignment is Assistant Athletic Trainer with an official title in the Athletic Trainer title series of the UW-System. UW-Eau Claire offers 25 NCAA Division III sports and competes in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC). The 10-month appointment comes with a monthly salary of $4,000. There is potential for additional summer contact/employment assisting with camp coverage.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Athletic Training, BOC Certified or Eligible, Wisconsin Licensure or Eligible, current Cardiac Care Certification from ARC or AHA (professional rescuer, first responder, etc.), ability to stand for extended periods of time and cover events in a variety of indoor and outdoor climates. Ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: BOC Certification for a minimum of one year, Master’s degree, collegiate athletic training experience with contact/collision sports, student clinical supervision experience, knowledge of CAATE Standards and Guidelines, familiarity with NCAA Division III rules & regulations.
DUTIES: The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Athletic Department is seeking ONE Athletic Training professional staff member to serve an Assistant Athletic Trainer who will assist in providing overall healthcare for intercollegiate student-athletes. UW-Eau Claire offers 25 NCAA Division III sports and competes in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC). Primary responsibilities include, but not limited to, serving as the primary athletic trainer for assigned sports, practice and event coverage, travel, communication with Team Physicians and medical providers. The individual will be responsible for maintaining accurate and current medical records, providing necessary healthcare, and medical screening/physical exams and referral of student-athletes as needed. Furthermore, providing on-site emergency medical care, being a resource for mental health guidance and, assisting in the organization and operation of various satellite athletic training rooms, care and oversight of weather and facility safety parameters are expected. Be an active member in promotion and care of collegiate student-athlete health and wellness and the athletic department and perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletic Training and/or Medical Director. Team assignment responsibilities will be based upon qualifications as well as institutional need. At least one sport/coverage assignment per sport season (fall, winter, spring) is expected. Some travel is required with team coverage that may involve multiple days at a time. There is potential for additional employment/contract during the summer with duties of providing summer sport camp healthcare coverage and services and administrative responsibilities.
Additional responsibilities will include assisting in the administration of clinical proficiency education, as well as supervision and education of athletic training students within the CAATE approved Masters of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) Program. Further responsibilities include supervising athletic training interns, administration of medical clearance and assisting with Emergency Action Plan updates among other administrative duties as assigned.
Individuals in this position will gain valuable work experiences in athletic training and sports medicine as well as improving their skills in documentation, communication, supervision, management of a health care facilities, and human relations.
The 10-month position starts Aug 1, 2025 (or as soon as possible) through May 31, 2026 with renewal determined by performance review and administrative approval. Summer employment opportunities may also be available for additional compensation. The positions will report to the Director of Athletic Training/Sports Medicine and Director of Athletics. This contract is considered a 1.0 FTE with a designation as a Fixed Term position. The university will pay for NATA membership dues as part of employment. Liability insurance for university related responsibilities is provided as terms of employment.
THE UNIT: The unit of Intercollegiate Athletics consists of 60+ staff members. The Intercollegiate Athletics website is: www.blugolds.com
UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY: UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 11,500 students and 1,400 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching and learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation.
The City of Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers, is at the center of a metropolitan area of approximately 100,000 people located 90 miles east of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The area features beautiful parks and trails, strong public schools, a vibrant arts scene and local food culture, and abundant recreational opportunities.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications should be submitted to
Garry Grant, Director of Sports Medicine
UW-Eau Claire Athletics
509 University Dr
Eau Claire, WI 54701
grantga@uwec.edu
phone: 715-836-3877
fax: 715-578-4876
Your application will not be considered complete until all required documents are received. Please be sure you have included the following in PDF or word format:
· Letter of application
· Resume
· Unofficial transcripts
· Names and contact information for three references.
Please direct requests for additional information to:
Garry Grant (grantga@uwec.edu) – Director of Athletic Training/Sports Medicine
Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled.
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UW-Eau Claire is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disability employer dedicated to enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The University reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).