POSITION:                   Associate Athletic Trainer
DEPARTMENT:            Athletics
FLSA STATUS:            Full time-11 month employee
REPORTS TO:             Coordinator of Athletic Training and Vice President of Athletics and Fitness

The Associate Athletic Trainer is responsible for assisting at all aspects of Sports Medicine including providing on site care during practices and games (including away athletic contests). The Associate Athletic Trainer assists the Coordinator of Athletic Training and provides support in all aspects of the sports medicine department to provide professional and progressive rehabilitation through personalized care that emphasizes athlete education and prevention of future injury. The Associate Athletic Trainer is required to abide by the IHSA rules and regulations as well as the rules and regulations set by the Athletic Administration and Board of Trustees.

Job Requirements / Essential Functions:

• The Associate Athletic Trainer will help with the execution of the sports medicine and athletic training department and initiatives that align diversity, equity and inclusion with the school's Catholic identity, mission, Ignatian Spirituality, and the school's commitments to celebrate, educate and advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion.
• A successful candidate should be able to provide skilled evaluations and provide recommended treatment options for athletes.
• Conduct athlete intake assessments and maintain medical records for all athletes.
• Work with the Coordinator of Athletic Training to coordinate and promote all aspects of the Sports Medicine and Athletic Training Department.
• Work with other members of the school staff to plan and put in place goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student athletes.
• Attend preseason team meetings to communicate the sports medicine and athletic training department services for athletes.
• Manage the onsite game training staff to ensure that athletic contests and practices are appropriately staffed.
• Willingness and ability to travel to offsite locations as needed for competitions.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, and facilities, including protecting students from hazing/bullying.
• Communicate with parents/guardians, and physicians regarding treatment plans.
• Assist with supply orders for the sports medicine department and manage inventory.
• Collaborate with the coaches regarding player health and safety.
• Collaborate with school nurses, counselors, and administration in concussion management.
• Represent Loyola Academy and the athletic department in a professional manner.
• Maintain nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
• Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve performance.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Athletic Director or other appropriate administrator.
• Communicate well with faculty, staff, students and community members.
• Consults with department heads, staff managers, and administrators to establish coordinated efforts to minimize workplace conflict; and develops resources and tools to aid Loyola Academy in fostering a culture of respect, collaboration and problem resolution.
• The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that logically relate to the position.

• Attend Ignatian Retreat for New Employees (IRNE) and any other required spirituality days/retreats.

   

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mature and proactive, with evidence of great leadership.
• A progressive, strategic thinker; the ability to lead by example.
• Driven to succeed, strong work ethic, ability to deliver results in a competitive environment.
• An effective communicator, with strong oral and written skills and a willingness to share information.
• A collaborative and flexible style, with the ability to work effectively within a tenured staff.
• Dynamic and fact-driven with the flexibility to change approach as necessary.
• Excellent analytical and organizational capabilities with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Positive, driven, and energetic; able to roll-up his/her sleeves to get the job done.
• Confidence professionally and challenge ideas and take constructive criticism.
• Must have high ethical standards.
• Ability to handle information of sensitive and confidential nature in the utmost professional manner. Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, initiative, resourcefulness, and personal accountability.
• Effective analytical and decision-making skills. Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, and time management skills. Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse constituents.
• Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment is extremely important as well as dependability.
• Manage, prioritize, and accomplish multiple tasks/projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to perform complex tasks and prioritize multiple projects.
• Demonstrated ability to engage others in difficult conversations and manage conflict.
• Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of information, protect the assets of the institution, act ethically and with integrity, adhere to the administrative and operational policies of Loyola Academy and perform the duties of your position consistent with those policies and the institution's expectations.
• Commitment to the principles of Jesuit education as outlined in Loyola Academy's mission statement.
• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling objects of average weight up to fifty (50) pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Note: In compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), those functions of the job which are identified as essential are required to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Requests to facilitate the performance of essential functions will be given careful consideration.

Qualifications

• The position requires a bachelor's degree and a BOC certification and Illinois licensure for athletic training and two to three (2-3) plus years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Master's degree preferred.
• Prior experience at the high school or collegiate level
• Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours, ability to maintain a flexible work schedule that may include working nights and weekends.
• Pre-Employment screening is required: criminal background check and drug testing.
   

Behaviors

• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity 

Motivations

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Anticipated start date is July 6, 2026. Salary Range is $55,000-$60,000

Disclosure & Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement

Loyola Academy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, abides by all applicable provisions of federal, state, and local law. Loyola does not discriminate in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Disclosure
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the employee occupying this position or the only necessary skills. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related
instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.