Job Details

Head Athletic Trainer

Position Number: 6866913
Location: Brockport, NY
Position Type: Athletics/Coaching

Head Athletic Trainer

SUNY Brockport

Salary: $68,642.00 - $75,867.00 Annually
Location: SUNY Brockport
Job Type: Professional Full-Time
Job Number: 2500249
Division: Enrollment Management
Department: Athletics
Opening Date: 01/21/2026
Closing: 2/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit:

Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint "Village on the Erie Canal," SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo - the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport!

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.

SUMMARY

SUNY Brockport is accepting applications for a Head Athletic Trainer. Reporting to the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Performance, this position serves as Head Athletic Trainer directly supervising the athletic trainers, athletic training aides/interns, and student assistants.. They manage the complete administration of all operations and staff of the medical care services for all of SUNY Brockport intercollegiate student-athletes. This is a full time, benefits-eligible, 11-month position, with the month of June off.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions:
Athletic Training & Medical Services

Directs all aspects of athletic training and medical care services for all intercollegiate athletic teams including practice and game coverage, risk management and prevention of injuries, assessment and evaluation of injuries, acute care, and rehabilitation of injuries.
Coordinates with URMC to work with team physician.
Provides medical care for all visiting athletic teams who do not travel with a certified athletic trainer.
Works closely with area orthopedic physicians in developing well-rounded high quality treatment plans for student-athletes.
Schedules recommended orthopedics appointments for student-athletes.
Maintains accurate medical documentation.
Monitors and administers secondary insurance procedures and documentation.
Maintains appropriate athletic training supply inventory and operating budget.

Emergency Planning

Schedules ambulance coverage for athletic events.
Evaluates and implements blood-borne pathogen exposure plans and effective emergency plans for all practice and competition venues on campus.
Adheres to NCAA Arrington Concussion settlement guidelines.

Compliance & Training

Abides by the NATA Professional Code of Ethics.
Arranges for certification of head coaches in CPR, AED, and First Aid.
Conducts golf cart driving training as needed for athletics staff personnel.

Supervision

Oversees athletic trainers including scheduling, team assignments, practice assignments, and game coverage assignments.
Hires, trains, evaluates, and supervises athletic trainers, athletic training interns, and student work-study assistant athletic trainers.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university
Minimum of two years of athletic training experience
Must be NATA/BOC (National Athletic Training Association/Board of Certification) certified
Must be eligible for New York State licensure
Must have current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification within 60 days of hire
Must have valid and unrestricted NYS driver's license
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel
Ability to work effectively with a diverse population (students, staff, faculty, and coaches)

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Athletic Training or a related field from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university
Experience in working at the collegiate level
Previous experience in supervising athletic training students and Interns

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Schedule:

37.5 hours/week: Monday - Friday, 10 am-6pm, evenings, weekends, and some holidays may be required as needed.
Benefits:
This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.

Application Instructions:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Visit jobs.hr.brockport.edu to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.

Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.

Background Investigation Statement:
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:
SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Diversity Statement:
SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.

Reasonable Accommodations:
SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at tgouger@brockport.edu. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/brockport/jobs/5205191/head-athletic-trainer

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