Associate Athletic Trainer - Division of Intercollegiate Athletics
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Jul 10, 2025
Expired Date: Jul 26, 2025QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$65,000-$72,000/yr -
Years of Experience
2+ Years -
Work Type
Full-time
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Associate Athletic Trainer - Division of Intercollegiate Athletics
Division of Intercollegiate Athletics
The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) invites applications for Assistant Athletic Trainer, Softball to support Sports Medicine and Softball Student-Athletes. In addition, the Assistant Athletic Trainer will play a critical role in supporting the broader strategic priorities of the DIA, and ultimately this position will help foster a life-changing experience for student-athletes.
Since 1892, DIA has operated on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to support its intercollegiate athletic programs. Today, DIA supports 21 intercollegiate varsity sports which compete as a part of the Big Ten Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. DIA provides the resources for over 500 student-athletes to participate at the highest levels of their respective sports. This extensive support ecosystem includes over 35 departments employing over 300 dedicated staff members including 80 plus varsity coaches working collaboratively to provide individualized championship-caliber opportunities to our student-athletes, in the classroom, in the competitive arena, and in personal and professional development, to enhance their growth and life preparation. The DIA mission is to Unify, Develop, Inspire, and Achieve, for the benefit of our student-athletes, our university, and our broader community.
DIA has set forth six strategic priorities to help guide and advance its overarching mission: Championship people, championship mindset; strategic innovation and investment; athletic success; financial sustainability; win championships; community engagement and enrichment. Together, these priorities present a cohesive vision for the direction of the department.
Organizational Relationship
This position will report to the Senior Associate Athletic Director, Sports Medicine
Job Summary
Support the Director of Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer and health care team, including team physicians, in providing medical coverage and support for the delivery of an integrated health care system to student athletes participating in intercollegiate athletics sport programs. Responsible for administrative duties such as medical record management, risk management, overseeing rehabilitation programs with the assistance of a full-time assistant athletic trainer.
Associate Athletic Trainer - Division of Intercollegiate Athletics
Division of Intercollegiate Athletics
The Division of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA) invites applications for Assistant Athletic Trainer, Softball to support Sports Medicine and Softball Student-Athletes. In addition, the Assistant Athletic Trainer will play a critical role in supporting the broader strategic priorities of the DIA, and ultimately this position will help foster a life-changing experience for student-athletes.
Since 1892, DIA has operated on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to support its intercollegiate athletic programs. Today, DIA supports 21 intercollegiate varsity sports which compete as a part of the Big Ten Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association. DIA provides the resources for over 500 student-athletes to participate at the highest levels of their respective sports. This extensive support ecosystem includes over 35 departments employing over 300 dedicated staff members including 80 plus varsity coaches working collaboratively to provide individualized championship-caliber opportunities to our student-athletes, in the classroom, in the competitive arena, and in personal and professional development, to enhance their growth and life preparation. The DIA mission is to Unify, Develop, Inspire, and Achieve, for the benefit of our student-athletes, our university, and our broader community.
DIA has set forth six strategic priorities to help guide and advance its overarching mission: Championship people, championship mindset; strategic innovation and investment; athletic success; financial sustainability; win championships; community engagement and enrichment. Together, these priorities present a cohesive vision for the direction of the department.
Organizational Relationship
This position will report to the Senior Associate Athletic Director, Sports Medicine
Job Summary
Support the Director of Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer and health care team, including team physicians, in providing medical coverage and support for the delivery of an integrated health care system to student athletes participating in intercollegiate athletics sport programs. Responsible for administrative duties such as medical record management, risk management, overseeing rehabilitation programs with the assistance of a full-time assistant athletic trainer.
For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, Associate Athletic Trainer, Track & Field
_ Impact in Your First Year _
Within 3 months, you will:
- Employee will support the medical needs of student-athletes in the track & field and cross country program.
Within 6 months, you will:
- Employee will collaborate with coaches, other support professionals and physicians to better support the needs of student-athletes, while bringing new ideas and approaches to team.
By the end of the first year, you will:
- Employee will continue to provide first in class medical support to student-athletes to create optimal outcomes with respect to athletic performance, academic success and overall health and wellness.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: • Required: Master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field Experience: • Required: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer, with experience in a college athletics setting.
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more years of track and field experience as a certified athletic trainer preferred. Advanced Manual therapy and soft tissue skills.
Experience supervising MAT students, student-aids, or other certified athletic trainers.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- • Maintain knowledge of, and compliance with, specific NCAA, Big Ten Conference, and institution rules that related to this position is required. • Maintain NATABOC certification and state licensure through regular attendance of continuing education programs and conferences. • Maintain Occupational and Safety Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines for the DIA (Department of Intercollegiate Athletics) Sports Medicine Department • Knowledge of concussion testing and evaluations as it relates to the health of male and female student-athletes and use as needed utilizing clinical judgement in coordination with medical supervision.
- Championship Mindset and Expectations Understands and displays professionalism and integrity that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff; Prioritizes and contributes to the life changing student-athlete experience; Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations; Commitment to the Athletics Department and University’s mission and values; Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays, team travel; and Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 8/16/2026. The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $72,000 and the salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Become an Illinois professional at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and be part of a dynamic community dedicated to making a positive impact on both local and global scales, advancing knowledge, and fostering creativity. Learn more about why YOU should join us.
DIA believes that athletics provides a forum to bring together people across all spectra of identities. We are committed to welcoming, affirming, and celebrating students, coaches, staff, and spectators of all races and ethnicities, sexes, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and abilities. DIA’s mission is to unify, develop, inspire, and achieve. It is no mistake that “Unify” is our first priority, a priority which requires a level of empathy and respect to create a culture of community, inclusivity, and belonging. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are a part of who we are and a standard that we are all responsible for upholding.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 25, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Krissy Doran at kdoran@illiniois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
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Big Ten Cross Country (M) 2023–2024
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign record compared to the conference
| School | Conference Ranking | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland | — | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | 1 of 12 | 10 | — |
| University of Michigan | 2 of 12 | 19 | — |
| University of Washington | 2 of 9 | — | — |
| Michigan State University | 3 of 12 | — | — |
| University of Oregon | 3 of 9 | — | — |
| Purdue University | 4 of 12 | — | — |
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 5 of 12 | — | — |
| Penn State University | 6 of 12 | — | — |
| Ohio State University | 7 of 12 | — | — |
| University of California, Los Angeles | 8 of 9 | — | — |
| Indiana University | 8 of 12 | — | — |
| University of Minnesota | 9 of 12 | — | — |
| University of Iowa | 10 of 12 | — | — |
| Rutgers State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick | 11 of 12 | — | — |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | 12 of 12 | — | — |
Big Ten Cross Country (W) 2023–2024
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign record compared to the conference
| School | Conference Ranking | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington | 1 of 12 | 8 | — |
| Michigan State University | 1 of 14 | 16 | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | 2 of 14 | 22 | — |
| University of Michigan | 3 of 14 | — | — |
| Penn State University | 4 of 14 | 31 | — |
| University of Iowa | 4 of 14 | — | — |
| University of Oregon | 4 of 12 | 10 | — |
| Ohio State University | 5 of 14 | — | — |
| Northwestern University | 6 of 14 | — | — |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | 7 of 14 | — | — |
| University of California, Los Angeles | 7 of 12 | — | — |
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 8 of 14 | — | — |
| University of Minnesota | 9 of 14 | — | — |
| University of Maryland | 10 of 14 | — | — |
| Indiana University | 11 of 14 | — | — |
| University of Southern California | 11 of 12 | — | — |
| Purdue University | 12 of 14 | — | — |
| Rutgers State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick | 13 of 14 | — | — |
Big Ten Indoor Track & Field (M) 2022–2023
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign record compared to the conference
| School | Conference Ranking | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | — | 13 | — |
| University of Maryland | — | — | — |
| University of California, Los Angeles | — | 31 | — |
| University of Oregon | — | 11 | — |
| University of Minnesota | — | 18 | — |
| University of Washington | — | 24 | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | 1 of 11 | 21 | — |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | 2 of 11 | 14 | — |
| University of Iowa | 3 of 11 | — | — |
| Indiana University | 4 of 11 | — | — |
| Ohio State University | 5 of 11 | — | — |
| University of Michigan | 6 of 11 | 38 | — |
| Penn State University | 7 of 11 | — | — |
| Purdue University | 8 of 11 | — | — |
| Michigan State University | 9 of 11 | — | — |
| Rutgers State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick | 10 of 11 | — | — |
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 11 of 11 | 20 | — |
Big Ten Indoor Track & Field (W) 2022–2023
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign record compared to the conference
| School | Conference Ranking | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | — | 13 | — |
| University of Washington | — | 24 | — |
| University of Oregon | — | 11 | — |
| University of California, Los Angeles | — | 31 | — |
| University of Michigan | 1 of 13 | 38 | — |
| Ohio State University | 2 of 13 | 18 | — |
| University of Iowa | 3 of 13 | — | — |
| University of Minnesota | 4 of 13 | 18 | — |
| Indiana University | 5 of 13 | — | — |
| Penn State University | 6 of 13 | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | 7 of 13 | 21 | — |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | 8 of 13 | 14 | — |
| Rutgers State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick | 9 of 13 | — | — |
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 10 of 13 | 20 | — |
| Michigan State University | 11 of 13 | — | — |
| Purdue University | 12 of 13 | — | — |
| University of Maryland | 13 of 13 | — | — |
Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field (M) 2022–2023
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign record compared to the conference
| School | Conference Ranking | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | 1 of 13 | 17 | 970 |
| University of Washington | 1 of 10 | 9 | 995 |
| University of Southern California | 2 of 10 | 27 | 1000 |
| University of Minnesota | 2 of 13 | 20 | 985 |
| University of Iowa | 3 of 13 | 37 | 969 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | 4 of 13 | 15 | 974 |
| University of Michigan | 5 of 13 | — | 990 |
| Penn State University | 6 of 13 | 27 | 970 |
| University of Oregon | 6 of 10 | 61 | 942 |
| Indiana University | 7 of 13 | — | 958 |
| Michigan State University | 8 of 13 | 47 | 974 |
| University of California, Los Angeles | 8 of 10 | 37 | 987 |
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 9 of 13 | — | 977 |
| Ohio State University | 10 of 13 | 37 | 990 |
| Rutgers State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick | 11 of 13 | — | 958 |
| Purdue University | 12 of 13 | — | 962 |
| University of Maryland | 13 of 13 | — | 926 |
Big Ten Outdoor Track & Field (W) 2022–2023
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign record compared to the conference
| School | Conference Ranking | RPI | APR |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Oregon | 1 of 10 | 4 | 978 |
| University of Michigan | 1 of 13 | 14 | 984 |
| University of Southern California | 2 of 10 | 15 | 1000 |
| Ohio State University | 2 of 13 | 31 | 990 |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | 3 of 13 | 8 | 977 |
| University of Washington | 3 of 10 | 29 | 1000 |
| University of Iowa | 4 of 13 | — | 996 |
| University of California, Los Angeles | 5 of 10 | 56 | 972 |
| Penn State University | 5 of 13 | 52 | 998 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | 6 of 13 | 56 | 990 |
| University of Minnesota | 7 of 13 | — | 993 |
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 8 of 13 | 63 | 989 |
| Indiana University | 9 of 13 | — | 991 |
| Rutgers State University of New Jersey, New Brunswick | 10 of 13 | — | 989 |
| Michigan State University | 11 of 13 | — | 988 |
| Purdue University | 12 of 13 | — | 978 |
| University of Maryland | 13 of 13 | — | 991 |
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Cross Country (M) History
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign past performance
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-2025 |
Eric Johannigmeier |
– | – | |
| 2023-2024 |
Helen Lehman-Winters |
– | – | |
| 2022-2023 |
Sarah Haveman |
– | – | |
| 2021-2022 |
Sarah Haveman |
– | – | |
| 2020-2021 |
Sarah Haveman |
– | – | |
| 2019-2020 |
Sarah Haveman |
– | – | |
| 2018-2019 | – | – |
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Cross Country (W) History
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign past performance
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 |
Eric Johannigmeier |
– | – | |
| 2024-2025 |
Eric Johannigmeier |
– | – | |
| 2023-2024 |
Helen Lehman-Winters |
– | – | |
| 2022-2023 |
Sarah Haveman |
– | – | |
| 2021-2022 |
Sarah Haveman |
– | – | |
| 2020-2021 |
Sarah Haveman |
– | – | |
| 2019-2020 |
Sarah Haveman |
– | – | |
| 2018-2019 | – | – |
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2024-2025 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2023-2024 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2022-2023 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2021-2022 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2020-2021 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2019-2020 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2018-2019 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2024-2025 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2023-2024 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2022-2023 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2021-2022 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2020-2021 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2019-2020 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2018-2019 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2024-2025 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2023-2024 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2022-2023 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2021-2022 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2020-2021 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2019-2020 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2018-2019 |
Mike Turk |
– | – |
| Season | Head Coach | Assistant Coach | Conference | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2024-2025 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2023-2024 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2022-2023 |
Petros Kyprianou |
|
– | – |
| 2021-2022 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2020-2021 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2019-2020 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
| 2018-2019 |
Mike Turk |
|
– | – |
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Sports Medicine 2024–2025
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
|
Paul Schmidt Departing
|
Head Men's Basketball Athletic Trainer |
|
Jim Halpin |
Associate Athletic Trainer (Baseball) |
|
Adam Fletcher |
Strength & Conditioning Coach, Men's Basketball |
|
Autumn Taylor |
Head Women's Basketball Athletic Trainer (WBB & WGO) |
|
Paige Clawson |
Assistant Athletic Trainer (Soccer & Men's Golf) |
Kilee Fletcher |
Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach, Women's Basketball |
|
Randy Ballard |
Senior Associate Director of Athletics, Sports Medicine/Director of Integrated Performance |
Jeremy Busch Departing
|
Assistant Director of Athletics, Sports Medicine, Head Football Athletic Trainer |
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Sports Medicine 2023–2024
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
|
Paul Schmidt |
Trainer, Sports Medicine |
|
Jeremy Busch |
Trainer, Assistant AD, Sports Medicine |
|
Jim Halpin |
Associate Athletic Trainer (Baseball) |
|
Adam Fletcher |
Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine |
|
Autumn Taylor |
Trainer, Sports Medicine |
|
Jim Zielinski |
Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine |
|
Paige Clawson |
Trainer, Sports Medicine |
|
Randy Ballard |
Senior Associate Director of Athletics, Sports Medicine/Director of Integrated Performance |
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Sports Medicine 2022–2023
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
|
Paul Schmidt |
Trainer, Sports Medicine |
|
Jeremy Busch |
Trainer, Assistant AD, Sports Medicine |
|
Adam Fletcher |
Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine |
|
Autumn Taylor |
Trainer, Sports Medicine |
|
Jim Zielinski |
Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine |
|
Kilee Fletcher |
Strength & Conditioning, Sports Medicine |
|
Brittany Perry |
Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Nutrition |
|
Randy Ballard |
Associate Director of Athletics, Sports Medicine/Director of Integrated Performance |
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