Assistant Athletic Trainer for Track & Field/Cross Country

Posting Details

Posting Summary

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Posting Number

STA00664PO25

Job Family

Athletics Administration

Job Function

Athletic Trainer

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Logo

Posting Number

STA00664PO25

Job Family

Athletics Administration

Job Function

Athletic Trainer

USC Market Title

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/192967

Job Level

P3 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title)

Assistant Athletic Trainer for Track & Field/Cross Country

Campus

Columbia

Work County

Richland

College/Division

Athletics

Department

ATH Department of Athletics

State Pay Band

Unclassified

Approved Starting Salary

Salary commensurate with qualifications (0.00)

Advertised Salary Range

Salary commensurate with qualifications.

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

• Schedule will vary based on sport schedule and the needs of the department.

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Other Professional

About USC

| About University of South Carolina |
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. |

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

| Advertised Job Summary |
This position will serve as a Primary Assistant Athletic Trainer for their assigned sport(s). Follows the policies and procedures for the athletic training staff and facilities as established by the Senior Associate Athletics Director/ Sports Medicine. Supervises secondary assistant athletic trainer. | | Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience |
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job-related field and 3 or more years of job-related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job-related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

| | Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials |
- Certified by the NATA and eligible for licensure in the state of South Carolina

| | Preferred Qualifications |
- Masters degree , Strongly prefer athletic training experience in Division I institution working with the assigned sport.

| | Knowledge/Skills/Abilities |
- Other certifications in applicable areas encouraged.

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Job Duties

| Job Duty |
Carries out methods of prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries as established by the Athletic Team Physician and Senior Associate AD / Sports Medicine. Work with the assigned strength & conditioning coach to ensure the proper conditioning of the student-athletes in assigned programs. Ensures Head Coaches of assigned sports teams receive injury reports regarding status of injured student-athletes weekly, or as appropriate, during the sports teams’ off season. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 50 |

| Job Duty |
Supervise secondary athletic trainer and graduate and undergraduate student athletic trainers and athletic training students assigned to sports teams within the guidelines established by the Associate AD / Sports Medicine and the Director of the Athletic Training Education Program. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 20 |

| Job Duty |
Assists the Senior Associate AD / Sports Medicine with the Wellness Program. Orders necessary medical supplies while staying within budget. May provide feedback to the Senior Associate AD/Sports Medicine on annual budgeting needs. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 10 |

| Job Duty |
Provide assistance to student-athletes in the form of nutritional guidance and meal selection in conjunction with the Sports Dietitian. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 5 |

| Job Duty |
Participate in continuing education programs required to maintain certifications through the NATA and State licensure.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Associate AD / Sports Medicine or team physician. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 10 |

| Job Duty |
Provide assistance to student-athletes in the referral and scheduling to the Mental Health Team as needed in conjunction with the Director of Mental Health. Oversees the scheduling of physician appointments. | | Essential Function | Yes | | Percentage of Time | 5 |

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

| Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive | No | | Hazardous weather category | Essential |

Posting Detail Information

| Number of Vacancies | 1 | | Desired Start Date | | | Job Open Date | 08/13/2025 | | Job Close Date | 09/27/2025 | | Open Until Filled | No | | Special Instructions to Applicant |
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. 

We are only accepting applications submitted by September 27, 2025.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

 Clickhere to learn more about why you should work at USC.

| | Quicklink for Posting | https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/193174 | | EEO Statement |
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations. |

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a job-related field and 3 or more years of job-related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume

Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter 2. List of References and Contact Information

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