Title: Assistant/Associate Athletic Trainer
Website: blackburn.edu
Institution: Blackburn College
Governing Body: NCAA III
Start Date: 8-3-2026
Apply By Date: 7-25-2026
City: Carlinville
State: Illinois
Salary: $60,000-65,000
Description:
Join Blackburn College Athletics and Make an Impact Every Day!
Blackburn College (NCAA III) is looking for an Assistant/Associate Athletic Trainer to become part of our dedicated Sports Medicine team. If you're passionate about caring for student-athletes, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and value a healthy work-life balance, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Why Blackburn?
- Signing Bonus Available
- Relocation Assistance Available
- Competitive Salary: $60,000-$65,000 annual salary with full benefits
- Professional Development Supported – We invest in your future by providing support for Illinois license renewal, Board of Certification requirements, and Continuing Education (CEUs).
- No Team Travel Required – Focus your time providing exceptional care for our student-athletes on campus.
- Modern Facilities – Work in Blackburn's new Athletic Training Center.
- Collaborative Team Environment – Partner with athletic trainers, team physicians, strength & conditioning professionals, mental health staff, and coaches to provide exceptional, holistic care.
What You'll Do
As an Assistant/Associate Athletic Trainer, you'll play a vital role in supporting the health and success of Blackburn's NCAA Division III student-athletes by:
- Preventing, evaluating, treating, and rehabilitating athletic injuries.
- Providing athletic training coverage for practices and home competitions.
- Assisting with pre-participation physicals and medical clearances.
- Working closely with team physicians and campus partners to provide comprehensive care.
- Supervising student workers and helping maintain an organized, efficient athletic training facility.
- Supporting the overall well-being of student-athletes through a team-centered approach.
Qualifications:
Requirements
- Master’s Degree.
- NATA BOC Certification (or eligible), Illinois License Eligible.
- Ability to work weekends and evenings and flexible hours.
Instructions To Apply: If you're ready to take the next step in your Athletic Training career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by emailing your cover letter & resume to hr@blackburn.edu.
Description of Institution: (would include equal opportunity employer)
Blackburn College features a robust benefits package. For additional information, please visit https://blackburn.edu/about/administrative-offices/human-resources/ and click on the Employee Benefits Summary Tab.
Blackburn College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to build an inclusive community that can engage the interests of a diverse population. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and those with disabilities.
Contact: Daylin McClusky, HR Manager. HR@blackburn.edu
Vacancy Expiration Date: 8-30-2026