Assistant Athletic Trainer -

The primary location of this position is on-site in Cullowhee, NC. This position is designated as being exempt from the State of North Carolina Human Resources Act (EHRA).

The selected candidate will provide comprehensive athletic medical assistance to sports teams (Soccer) and other teams assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine. This includes the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and illnesses in accordance with established sports medicine protocols and best practices.

Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Physical Examination Coordination – Organize and facilitate pre-participation physical examinations for all student-athletes, ensuring compliance with institutional and governing body requirements.
• Injury Documentation – Maintain accurate and timely records of athletic injuries, treatments, and outcomes utilizing ATS
• injury tracking software.
• Student Supervision – Provide mentorship and oversight of athletic training students, supporting their clinical development in alignment with program and accreditation standards.
• Supply & Inventory Management – Oversee the purchasing, inventory, and maintenance of athletic training supplies and equipment to ensure adequate operational readiness.
• Collaboration & Communication – Work cooperatively with team physicians, coaching staff, strength and conditioning personnel, and other campus stakeholders to support the overall health and well-being of student-athletes.
• Additional Duties – Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine in support of departmental goals and the student-athlete experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Interested candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment sponsorship or any other immigration-related assistance.
• Bachelor’s degree required. NATABOC required. Eligible for North Carolina State License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.

Position Type

Permanent Full-Time

Number of Hours Per Week

Number of Months Per Year

12

Posting Text

Open Date

08/17/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Thank you for your interest in this position. To be considered, you must apply online. Applicant should attach a current resume, a letter of interest, and a list of three references (include names, addresses and complete contact information).

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

For questions or additional information, please contact Steven Honbarger, Director of Sports Medicine, at [email protected]

Background/E-Verify

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Credential Verification

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at [email protected].

University Safety

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.