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Summary
Rider University is seeking a BOC-certified and New Jersey-licensed Staff Athletic Trainer for a full-time, 12-month position within its NCAA Division I athletic program. The role involves overseeing injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation for student-athletes while supervising part-time staff and student workers. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of intercollegiate experience, with a starting salary of approximately $69,137 per year.
What's to like?
- Offers year-round financial and professional stability through a 12-month contract rather than a traditional academic-year appointment
- Provides high-level clinical experience working with 21 Division I athletic teams in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
- Includes leadership and mentorship opportunities through the supervision of part-time seasonal trainers and student workers
Food for thought
(Possible Questions For The Employer)
How are sport assignments determined and will there be a consistent primary team to manage?
What is the expected weekend and holiday availability during the off-season months?
Is there a dedicated budget or reimbursement for annual state licensure and national certification fees?
Will you be the primary clinician for your assigned sports, or is there a shared model for daily treatments and rehab?
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