Important Notifications:

Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

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Department:

Department of Athletics

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11/22/2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

A resume/CV; and
A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
Please upload responses to the following questions as a separate document.

· Oregon State University Athletics believes strong teams are built through mutual respect, broad perspectives, and meaningful opportunity. In your experience, how have you contributed to developing a team culture that reflects these values? Share concrete examples of initiatives or practices you have supported.

· Please explain if you are an IAWP for any high school PSA, two-year junior college PSA, four-year college transfer PSA, or any other OSU recruit in the sports of Football or Men’s or Women’s Basketball. If yes, please explain. If no, put N/A

· Please explain if you are an IAWP for any current OSU student-athlete in their first two years of enrollment at OSU in the sports of Football or Men’s or Women’s Basketball. If yes, please explain. If no, put N/A.

Attach a copy of your valid BOC certification
Attach a copy of your valid CPR / AED / First Aid Certification

Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

For additional information please contact: Heather Elkinton at heather.elkinton@oregonstate.edu

Job Summary:

Oregon State University Athletic Training is seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant/Associate Athletic Trainer position with the sport assignment of Women’s Basketball. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The successful candidate will provide holistic, student-athlete-centered care, and thrive in the fast-paced Division 1 environment. This position is highly collaborative in nature, and benefits from the easy access and support of a multidisciplinary health care team. It's an ideal fit for professionals who want to make a meaningful contribution to their assigned team and the Athletic Training unit as a whole.

For applicants qualifying for Associate Athletic Trainer, this role provides a unique opportunity to engage in hands-on athletic training, take on advanced administrative responsibilities, and develop leadership skills. This position is designed to equip you with the expertise needed for future leadership roles within athletic training.

Located in the mid-Willamette Valley, this classic “college town” enjoys easy access to the Oregon Coast, Cascade Mountain range and Oregon wine country. Oregon State prides itself in a tight-knit community atmosphere where all members of the athletic department work to support one another and achieve goals.

OSU Sports Medicine Core Values

Education - We educate student-athletes to understand, manage and advocate for their own health, while continually advancing our own knowledge to provide the highest level of care.

Emphasizing People & Relationships - People are our most valuable resource. We strive to create a connected & collaborative environment for student-athletes and staff.

Empathy & Inclusion - We lead with empathy, fostering safe & respectful spaces where diverse individuals thrive.

Excellence - We pursue excellence daily with integrity and intention. We hold a high standard for ourselves and our student-athletes and we rise to meet the standard together.

Key Responsibilities:

Injury/illness prevention
Evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation
Practice/event coverage, Emergency Management
Day-to-day communication with coaches, supervising athletic trainers, and other healthcare providers
Supervision of entry-level master’s athletic training students
Assisting in the daily operations of the Athletic Training facilities and administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Both Assistant/Associate Athletic Trainer

Master’s degree.
BOC Certified Athletic Trainer.
Minimum of 1 year certified athletic training experience
Oregon State Athletic Trainer license or eligible.
Certified Health Care Provider (CPR/AED).
The ability to lift/carry/push/pull objects weighing 50 pounds.
Demonstrates excellent written & verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate in a manner that shows respect and inclusivity for all co-workers and internal customers.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

Additionally, if Associate Athletic Trainer

Minimum of 8 years certified athletic training experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

BOTH ASSISTANT & ASSOCIATE:

Ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
Basic understanding of NCAA Division I culture.
Experience working in collegiate athletics.
NBA, WNBA or NCAA Division 1 Basketball Athletic Training Experience

ADDITIONALLY, IF ASSOCIATE:

Demonstrates leadership experience
Demonstrates experience managing complex administrative duties
Demonstrates experience in a supervisory role

Working Conditions/Schedule:

Evening and weekend work required.
Exposure to bodily fluids.
Indoor and outdoor working conditions including being exposed to varied climates and weather including heat, cold, rain, snow.
Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs.
Access to confidential student records.
May have access to persons under 18 years of age.
Access to expensive equipment.
Contingent upon being cleared to drive, may be asked to transport student athletes or others within a university owned vehicle, or assist with team travel

Salary Range:

Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

Anticipated Start Date:

2026-12-01

Anticipated End Date:

When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted "end date". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

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