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NCSSM and the Physical Activity and Wellness department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research. NCSSM is proud of the diversity of its student body and we seek to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position.

Reporting to the NCSSM Director of Physical Activity and Wellness, the Head Athletic Trainer and PAW Instructor is responsible for providing athletic training services for NCSSM students and visiting teams for varsity sports. Position will oversee the Assistant Athletic Trainer. This position will teach one to two sections of Emergency Care or physical activity classes per semester and provide administrative assistance to the Athletic Director.

Supervise and assist in the daily operations of the athletic training facility; provide coverage of practice and games (including travel) of assigned team(s) and assistance with conflict coverage. Provide daily treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries; work with members of the Athletic Training/Sports Medicine staff to provide proper evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of athletically injured student-athletes and referral to associated health care professionals when necessary. Interface with coaches and parents/guardians regarding injured student-athletes. Maintain a stocked training room and complete supply orders. Follow all developed policies and procedures including the NATA Code of Ethics. Remain current on all state and national requirements for license renewal; agree to comply with all regulatory agency statutes, by-laws and mandates.

Please visit https://www.ncssm.edu/hr/careers/durham for more information.

Education: Master's Degree Required. A Master's Degree in Athletic Training, Health or a related field.  

North Carolina Certified Athletic Trainer License (30 days allowed to transfer from another state).

Current CPR Instructor Certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire. 

Valid driver license with no serious driving-related convictions.

Experience: Minimum of three years of experience as a licensed athletic trainer in an educational setting.  Experience teaching Emergency Care or similar health classes. Experience in a recreation, athletics, sports management, or educational setting. Experience working with supervising or advising student leaders.

About NC School of Science and Mathematics

The mission of the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, an intellectually stimulating, diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community, is to: -educate and nurture academically talented students to become state, national, and global leaders, -increase access to high quality public education in North Carolina, and -cultivate engaged citizens who will work for the betterment of the world, through challenging programs, with an emphasis on STEM, driven by the pursuit of excellence and innovation.

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