ATHLETIC TRAINER– East Central University (ECU), a NCAA Division II member of the Great American Conference, invites applications for the position of Athletic Trainer. East Central University is a student-centered regional state university located in Ada, Oklahoma. ECU offers thirty-four undergraduate baccalaureate degree programs in arts and letters, business, education, mathematics and sciences, nursing, and the social sciences.
Eight master's degrees are offered in education, human resources, psychology, and accounting. ECU's 4,600 students come from 32 countries and 28 different states. About 65% of the 172 faculty members hold doctorates.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will assist the head athletic trainer to organize and administer all aspects of operating the athletic training program, including but not limited to: visionary leadership, working collaboratively with coaches, staff, and administrators; proven student-athlete health care; sound clinical skills; assist with planning and budget management; adheres to university policies and procedures, including branding and appropriate use of effective social media, especially when ensuring confidentiality related to patient care is involved; A commitment to excellence and community relations is expected, as staff represent the Department of Athletics and the university in its overall promotion and public relations efforts. Applicant agrees to operate in accordance with university, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations. Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s Degree is required. A Master’s Degree is highly desired. Excellent organizational and administrative skills are required. The successful candidate must possess the ability to establish effective relationships with all constituent groups associated with the program. The successful candidate will be nationally board certified as an Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC) and hold an Oklahoma License (LAT) or be eligible for licensure in Oklahoma.
Applications should be sent electronically to Employment Services at es@ecok.edu. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information about ECU, visit our website at http://www.ecok.edu.
East Central University, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admission, employment, financial aid, and educational services. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Employment Services Director, 1100 E. 14th St., Admin. 160, Ada, OK 74820, (580) 559-5260.