What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Football Athletic Trainer position at Appalachian State University?
Posting Details
Request to Recruit
Position Title Assistant Football Athletic Trainer
Location Boone, North Carolina
Faculty Rank No
Provide Rank N/A
Position Number 081421
Department Special Projects-120010
Position Summary Information
Primary Purpose
The athletic program at Appalachian State University operates on the premise that intercollegiate athletics is an integral part of the institution’s overall program of education. Priority is given to high standards of both academic and athletic quality — the goal being the complete development of the student-athlete.
At Appalachian State University, student-athletes will be provided with the opportunity and encouraged to progress toward a degree of their choice, and the opportunity to develop athletic abilities in an environment consistent with high standards of academic scholarship, sportsmanship, leadership and institutional loyalty. The intercollegiate athlete representing App State will be a bonafide student pursuing a degree program, as well as an amateur competitor.
Minimum Qualifications
BOC Certification
Bachelor’s degree required (Masters preferred) and at least two years of experience in athletic training after certification (preferably with Power 5, Group of 5, or FCS .)
Eligible for state licensure by the State of North Carolina Board of Athletic Training
License/Certification Required
Board of Certification ( BOC ) Verification
Eligible for state licensure by the State of North Carolina Board of Athletic Training
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The Assistant Football Athletic Trainer serves as the primary Assistant Athletic Trainer for the football team: Prevention, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries under the direction of the Appalachian State University Team Physicians.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, daily athletic training room operations, coverage of events and practices for football, supervision of athletic training students, and other administrative duties assigned by the Director of Football Athletic Training Services.
Type of Position Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty
VISA Sponsorship? VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Appointment Type 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours Varies
Number of Hours Per Week 40
Number of Months Per Year 12
Mandatory Staff No
Suggested Salary Range $55,000 - $60,000 (Commensurate with experience)
Physical Demands of Position
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date 04/02/2026
Closing Date 04/16/2026
Open Until Filled No
Evaluation of Applications Begins 04/06/2026
Proposed Date of Hire 04/27/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
List a minimum of 3 professional references
Search Chair Name Brittney Whiteside
Search Chair Email whitesidebc@appstate.edu
Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/53652
Posting Number 201501748P
Request to Recruit
Position Title Assistant Football Athletic Trainer
Location Boone, North Carolina
Faculty Rank No
Provide Rank N/A
Position Number 081421
Department Special Projects-120010
Position Summary Information
Primary Purpose
The athletic program at Appalachian State University operates on the premise that intercollegiate athletics is an integral part of the institution’s overall program of education. Priority is given to high standards of both academic and athletic quality — the goal being the complete development of the student-athlete.
At Appalachian State University, student-athletes will be provided with the opportunity and encouraged to progress toward a degree of their choice, and the opportunity to develop athletic abilities in an environment consistent with high standards of academic scholarship, sportsmanship, leadership and institutional loyalty. The intercollegiate athlete representing App State will be a bonafide student pursuing a degree program, as well as an amateur competitor.
Minimum Qualifications
BOC Certification
Bachelor’s degree required (Masters preferred) and at least two years of experience in athletic training after certification (preferably with Power 5, Group of 5, or FCS .)
Eligible for state licensure by the State of North Carolina Board of Athletic Training
License/Certification Required
Board of Certification ( BOC ) Verification
Eligible for state licensure by the State of North Carolina Board of Athletic Training
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree preferred.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The Assistant Football Athletic Trainer serves as the primary Assistant Athletic Trainer for the football team: Prevention, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries under the direction of the Appalachian State University Team Physicians.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, daily athletic training room operations, coverage of events and practices for football, supervision of athletic training students, and other administrative duties assigned by the Director of Football Athletic Training Services.
Type of Position Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty
VISA Sponsorship? VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Appointment Type 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours Varies
Number of Hours Per Week 40
Number of Months Per Year 12
Mandatory Staff No
Suggested Salary Range $55,000 - $60,000 (Commensurate with experience)
Physical Demands of Position
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Posting Details Information
Posting Date 04/02/2026
Closing Date 04/16/2026
Open Until Filled No
Evaluation of Applications Begins 04/06/2026
Proposed Date of Hire 04/27/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
List a minimum of 3 professional references
Search Chair Name Brittney Whiteside
Search Chair Email whitesidebc@appstate.edu
Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/53652
Posting Number 201501748P
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000