As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values.

Blazer Creed

Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.

Civility - A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being.

Integrity - Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty.

Citizenship - Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.

As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship.

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Blazer Creed

Civility - A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being.

Integrity - Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty.

As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship.

Job Summary

Provide athletic training services to intercollegiate athletes, including injury prevention, clinical evaluation, emergency care, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement. Support student-athlete well-being and serve as a healthcare resource for athletic programs within the university setting.

Responsibilities

Typical Allocation of Duties:

Athletic Injury Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation - 50%

Provide direct care to student-athletes including evaluation, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of orthopedic and sports-related injuries. Develop individualized care plans and maintain accurate and confidential medical documentation in accordance with legal and university standards.

Event and Practice Coverage - 20%

Serve as the primary athletic trainer for assigned sports. Provide coverage for practices, home events, and travel as needed. Coordinate emergency action planning and serve as on-site first responder for athletic events.

Education, Compliance, and Collaboration - 20%

Educate student-athletes, coaches, and staff on injury prevention, wellness, hydration, and nutrition. Collaborate with team physicians, physical therapists, and other health professionals. Ensure compliance with NCAA, institutional, and state athletic training regulations and standards of care.

Referral and Follow-up Care - 10%

Make timely referrals to external medical providers when needed. Coordinate specialist appointments and diagnostic procedures. Monitor and assist with return-to-play protocols to ensure safe reintegration into sport.

Required Qualifications

Required Experience

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field and three (3) years of related work experience. Certification by the Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers. Current State of Georgia Athletic Trainer License in good standing.

Proposed Salary

$55,052

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Conditions of Employment

Applicants are required to provide:

professional references with current contact information
documentation of academic credentials
employment history

Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the right to:

ask candidates who will serve in Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment,
view social media outlets, and
remove job postings without additional notification.

Employment is contingent upon:

successful completion of a background check investigation, including a criminal background check
reference checks

Employment may also be contingent upon the job-based requirements if applicable for your position:

satisfactory credit check
successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
pre-employment drug testing
confirmation of credentials

After initial hiring, employees will be required to successfully complete all of the following training:

New employee orientation
VSU's Annual Compliance Training:
- USG Ethics Policy
- Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy
- Drug Free Workplace
- Sexual Misconduct and Title IX
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- Motor Vehicle Policy
- Workers Compensation (new hires)
- Georgia Open Records Act (new hires)
USG Cybersecurity Training (required twice yearly)
- Job-specific training such as: FMLA and Worker's Compensation, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training (ePro & PCard), and Defensive Driving

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminate against any applicant for admission or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual.

Background Check

Position of Trust + Credit

Accommodations

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings, apply for a job on this site, or participate in the search process as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Catherine Wills, in the Office of Human Resources at croark@valdosta.edu.

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