Athletic Trainer/Field Manager

About the position

The Athletic Trainer/Field Manager position at Centralia College is a full-time role focused on developing and implementing an athletic training and facility management program. This position is integral to the athletics department, ensuring the physical health and well-being of athletes while managing field operations and maintenance. The role involves using evidence-based practices for injury prevention and rehabilitation, as well as overseeing the new multisport complex.

Responsibilities

• Use evidence-based practices to prevent, treat, manage, and rehabilitate athletic injuries.
• Document all treatments provided and implement concussion protocols.
• Coordinate physician and medical staff referrals for injured athletes.
• Collaborate with athletes, coaches, and administrative staff for injury prevention and return-to-play support.
• Manage daily operations of the training room, including supply and equipment inventory.
• Provide on-site staffing for all home athletic contests and respond to injuries for both home and away teams.
• Document and submit athletic incident/injury reports to campus authorities.
• Comply with all applicable laws and college policies related to athletics.
• Manage and coordinate turf field maintenance and schedule field use for college activities.
• Serve as the point of contact for facility rentals and oversee student workers in game management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in athletic training, exercise science, or related field.
• 2 years of demonstrated experience related to the duties and responsibilities.
• Certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) and licensed by the Washington State Department of Health, or ability to obtain prior to start date.
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification, or ability to obtain prior to start date.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in athletic training, exercise science, or related field.
• 3+ years of demonstrated experience related to the duties and responsibilities.
• Multilingual, especially Spanish speaking.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for state employees.
• Participation in the TIAA/CREF retirement system.