Job Title
Head Athletic Trainer Men's & Women's Track/CC
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
04340000 Division of Athletics
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Head Athletic Trainer, Men's & Women's Track/CC in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives-on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.
At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
No matter where you're located-on campus or online-you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.
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Important Immigration Information:
A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee.
In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
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Head Athletic Trainer, Men's & Women's Track/CC
This position provides athletic training services to intercollegiate student-athletes to ensure appropriate medical care, injury prevention, and treatment. The Head Athletic Trainer is responsible for independently assessing injuries, determining appropriate referrals, managing injury care, making return-to-play decisions, and providing emergency medical care, under the supervision of the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine.
The Head Athletic Trainer oversees the day-to-day sports medicine needs of assigned varsity teams and provides direction and support to athletic training staff as applicable. Responsibilities include coordinating care with team physicians, communicating with coaches and athletics administration, and maintaining accurate and timely medical documentation. The position requires consistent collaboration with strength and conditioning staff and other campus departments to support student-athlete health and safety.
The role involves managing multiple student-athletes simultaneously, prioritizing care, and implementing plans that support both short-term recovery and long-term health. Administrative responsibilities include scheduling, recordkeeping, compliance-related tasks, and other duties necessary to support the operation of the sports medicine program.
This is a 12-month, full-time position in Stephenville, Texas. Work hours vary throughout the year and include evenings, weekends, and travel with assigned teams. Flexibility in scheduling may occur during non-competitive periods. The position serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
Responsibilities
75% - Clinical care for assigned student-athletes
Coordinates medical care of intercollegiate student-athletes consistent with the Tarleton State Sports Medicine Guidelines. Care includes the prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, return to play decisions and emergency care of injuries and/or illnesses
Supports assigned varsity team(s); handle walk-in-care and supports special events as assigned
Provides appropriate practice and game day coverage, including team travel as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine
Implement measures to prevent injuries and prepare athletes for practice and competition, including taping, bracing, therapeutic exercise, movement screens and wearable technology
Refers student-athletes to team physicians as appropriate and implements physician's instructions regarding management of athletic injuries
Makes appropriate decisions regarding the sports medicine emergency action plans and carries out plans for each athletic venue
Supports the education of Tarleton State's Masters Athletic Training Students through their preceptor role
Maintains Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers and/or Texas Athletic Training Licensure;
Adheres to the expectations and professional responsibilities of the Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University and Tarleton State Athletics
Employs the standards, practices and procedures of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, National Athletic Trainer's Association, Western Athletic Conference and Texas Department of License and Regulation
25% - Administrative duties
Communicates professionally and effectively across multiple stakeholders including but not limited to, student-athletes, athletic training staff, athletic training students, team physicians, coaches, athletic administration, strength and conditioning staff, MSAT and Kinesiology faculty, other sports medicine umbrella practitioners and campus colleagues
Prepares and maintains medical records, including but not limited to the documentation of injury reports, medical treatments, rehabilitation programs, medical referrals and other medical records
Carries out NCAA and/or Institutional Drug Testing per the respective protocols
Carries out various administrative responsibilities needed to maintain operational procedures of a Division I Athletic Training Facility per Tarleton State Sports Medicine Guidelines
Supports the education of Tarleton State's Masters Athletic Training Students through their preceptor role
Completes all Texas A&M System and Tarleton State University training requirements on time
Serves as a Campus Security Authority
Reports non-compliance incidents to their supervisor, manager and/or compliance officer
Maintains thorough knowledge of and adheres to and enforces all Tarleton, Association, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Master's Degree, Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers and/or Texas Licensed Athletic Trainer. If outside of Texas, candidates must be eligible for Texas State Licensure.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively in a team environment
Knowledge of NCAA rules and sports medicine standards of care.
Excellent organizational skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Other Requirements:
Non-traditional work hours including nights, weekend and travel are required.
The ability to maintain a valid driver's license and to drive personal, institutional and rental vehicles are required.
Must be able to move medical equipment and supplies weighing up to 75-100 pounds.
Preferred:
Two to three (2-3) years employed experience as a certified athletic trainer in secondary school, collegiate or professional athletics is preferred.
Candidates with experience in therapeutic exercise, manual therapy or soft tissue certifications are preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Salary Range:
The target base annual salary range is $53,745 up to $76,321 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and qualifying part-time employees. Our Careers Page (https://www.tarleton.edu/jobs/) offers an overview of the great benefits we offer; for detailed information visit our Benefits Information (https://www.tarleton.edu/human-resources/employees/benefits-information/) page.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Application Procedure:
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.
Employment applications must include:
Completed online application
Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. "See resume" is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is an NCAA Division l athletics member .
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Benefits
University Leadership (https://www.tarleton.edu/president/)
Research and Economic Development
Traditions and History (https://www.tarleton.edu/traditions/index.html)
Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@tarleton.edu .
