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San Jose/Evergreen Community College District
  • Position Number: 3105956
  • Location: San Jose, CA
  • Position Type: Athletics/Coaching


ATHLETIC TRAINER

San Jose/Evergreen Community College District

Close/First Review Date: 06/12/2022

Campus Location: San Jose City College

Position Description:
POSITION SUMMARY

The Athletic Trainer reports to the Division Dean of Division Dean, Kinesiology & Athletics at San Jose City College. The work schedule is 12 months per year; Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

This position is represented by CSEA (California School Employees Association), Chapter 363.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direction of a Dean or assigned administrator, the Athletic Trainer administers rehabilitative treatment and therapy and attends to minor medical injuries in coordination with the team physician to athletes engaged in men's and women's intercollegiate sports. The position also assists and tends to the prevention, care, and rehabilitation of student athletes' health needs, including but not limited to physical health, mental health, and nutritional health.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Administer therapy and rehabilitative treatment to athletes as prescribed by the team physician.
2. Confer with team physician or athlete's position in designing special exercise programs for injured athletes.
3. Inform physician of athletes' progress in rehabilitation program.
4. Tape/wrap ankles, knees, wrists, fingers or ribs, of athletes prior to practice or games to support muscles and ligaments.
5. Travel to and attend athletic events and perform emergency first aid in the event of injury to players.
6. Operate and maintain a variety of therapeutic equipment.
7. Clean, dress and bandage minor injuries.
8. Advise coaches on the status of injured athletes.
9. Assist the team physician in conducting physical examinations, collecting health history, and consent forms.
10. Maintain accurate and detailed records of all injuries, treatment and recommendations.
11. Complete insurance related forms for injured athletes and route forms to appropriate office.
12. Order athletic training room supplies and monitor usage of supplies so as not to exceed the budget.
13. Maintain security and ensure the safe and proper handling, storage and labeling of hazardous waste that may include performing any departmental inspections as required by regulatory agencies.
14. Clean, disinfect and maintain equipment in the training room.
15. Obtain and maintain Material Safety Data Sheets.

16. Perform other related duties as assigned reasonably related to the position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES


1. Symptoms and treatment for athletic injuries.

2. Therapeutic modalities and rehabilitation exercises.

3. Taping, bandaging and therapeutic techniques.

4. Methods used in the care and prevention of injuries.

5. Sports equipment disinfectant techniques and safety procedures related to athletic programs.

6. Equipment, materials and supplies as they apply to training.

7. Modern office methods and equipment including computer terminal usage and office application software.

Skills and Ability to:

1. Administer first aid and therapeutic techniques.

2. Operate a variety of therapeutic equipment and machines.

3. Perform maintenance on sports equipment.

4. Effectively communicate and interact with persons of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

5. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

6. Lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Required Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelors degree or equivalent from a four-year accredited college or university in Physical Education, Health Science or related area.

2. Two years of experience or training in related fields.

Licenses/Certificates:

1. Valid California Drivers License

2. Current Red Cross First Aid Certificate or equivalent

3. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) /Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certificate

4. Certification as an athletic trainer by the National Athletic Trainers Association

Desired Qualifications:
1. Bilingual abilities, desirable.

Districts Diversity Requirements
  • Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.
  • Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the Districts hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

    Salary Range:
    $69,935 - $85,344 Annual Salary (Range 95: Classified Salary Schedule Fiscal Year 2021-2022). Starting placement is generally at Step 1.

    Benefits:
    Excellent fringe benefit package includes a pension, medical, dental, vision, EAP (employee assistance plan) and life insurance for employee and eligible dependents, and income protection. Voluntary plans include supplemental life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403b and 457 Deferred Compensation Accounts. Classified employees also receive vacation, 12 sick leave days and 19 paid holidays.

    To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com/

    About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District
    The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.

    As of fall 2017, with enrollment of approximately 18,500 per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Hispanic/Latino 44%, Black/African-American 4%, Asian/Pacific Islander 32%, American Indian/Native American 0.5%, White/Caucasian 11%) attaining educational goals reflecting 45% - AA Degree and Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the Districts emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.

    The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse group of managers, supervisors and confidential staff consisting of 29 % Hispanic/Latino, 13% Asian/Pacific Islander, 7% Black/African American, 23% White/Caucasian, and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.





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