What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer position at University of Wyoming?
Job Purpose:
The University of Wyoming, a Division I member of the NCAA and a member of the Mountain West Conference (MWC), has two (2) full-time, fully benefited positions for an Athletic Trainer. Primary sports coverage would be for:
1. Women’s Basketball
2. Women’s Soccer
The successful candidate will be a person of integrity with high ethical standards and exhibit a strict adherence to NCAA, MWC, University and departmental rules regulations.
This position may be upgraded to the Associate Athletic Trainer level commensurate with applicable experience and qualifications.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Responsible for athletic education/instruction, prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of student-athletes for assigned programs.
· Supervises, teaches and advises athletic training students and interns assigned to his/her sport with the guidelines established by the Director of Sports Medicine.
· Maintains and organizes the Athletic Training Rooms and participates in the planning and development.
· Maintains medical, insurance and rehabilitation records according to established policies of the Director of Sports Medicine and the Primary Care Physician/Medical Director. Assists with the collection and filing of insurance claims.
· Follows the policies and procedures for the athletic training staff and facilities as established by the Director of Sports Medicine and appropriate team physicians.
· Maintains CPR/AED/First Aid certifications and participates in continuing education programs as required to maintain certification through NATA.
· Provides the Head Coach of assigned team sports with injury reports regarding the status of injured student-athletes. This report shall be submitted to the Head Coach via an established schedule (e.g., daily, weekly, etc.).
· Assists the Director of Sports Medicine, as directed, with the Substance Abuse Program.
· Maintains a thorough knowledge of and adheres to all applicable University, conference and
· NCAA rules and regulations.
· Assists with other duties/projects as assigned/directed.
Minimum Qualifications:
· A Master’s degree in athletic training, health science, or related field required. Must be completed prior to the anticipated start date.
· Current Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) and CPR/AED certifications and eligibility for Wyoming state licensure required. Must be completed prior to the anticipated start date.
· Valid Driver's License with a motor vehicle record that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy Found at: http://www.uwyo.edu/auxserv/fleet/Official-Vehicle-Policy/OVP.pdf required.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Two-years post-graduate professional experience, experience with respective sport desirable.
· Experience with post-surgical rehabilitation.
· Experience working with male and female coaches and student-athletes.
· Experience with soft tissue mobilization (e.g. Trigger Point Massage, Dry Needling, IASTM)
· Strong analytical, organizational, and written and oral communication skills.
Required Materials:
Complete on-line application and upload the following as one document: cover letter, resume, and contact information for four work-related references. Review of resumes and applications will begin immediately.
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Hiring Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
Start Date: 6/1/2026, but negotiable