Head Athletic Trainer, ATC
Belhaven University
Belhaven University, a Christ-centered university located in Jackson, MS, is receiving
applications for the position of Head Athletic Trainer. The Head Athletic Trainer provides
primary leadership for the health, safety and well-being of Belhaven University student-athletes
as they train, practice and compete.
The Head Athletic Trainer reports directly to the Vice President and Director of Athletics.
Belhaven is an NCAA Division III institution sponsoring eighteen sport programs and
holding conference membership in the Collegiate Conference of the South (CCS) and the
USA South Conference (USAS). Belhaven University is also a member of the Council of
Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU).
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will carry out responsibilities
related to the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries;
supervise and mentor both professional and student staff; implement therapeutic exercise
programs and utilize therapeutic modalities; oversee student-athlete insurance processes and
work with local health care providers; maintain accurate, secure records in accordance with
HIPPA regulations; direct and supervise CPR/AED training and certification for athletics
staff; adhere to NATA and state laws of practice related to athletic training; perform other
duties as assigned by supervisor.
POSITION REQUIRMENTS: A minimum of five years of athletic training experience,
including service in an intercollegiate athletic setting; a minimum of three years of
supervisory experience of athletic training staff; graduate of a CAATE program; BOC
certified; eligible for State of Mississippi licensure; CPR/AED certified; effective verbal and
written communication skills; demonstrated capacity for accuracy and organization; sound
interpersonal skillsÂ
in working with athletes, coaches, families, departmental staff, and
university personnel; full support of the mission and vision of the University, as well as
alignment with its Statement of Faith (http://www.belhaven.edu/belhaven/mission.htm).
The Head Athletic Trainer is a full-time, salaried position with competitive pay, vacation,
and holiday offerings. Benefit packages are also available to include health, dental, vision,
retirement, and more. Reimbursement for professional development (Licensure, CEU’s,
dues, etc.) is also available.
Interested applicants must make application by submitting one PDF document containing
each of the following items: 1) Letter of Interest; 2) Resume; 3) Reference list with contact
information; 4) A brief account (no more than 750 words) of your spiritual pilgrimage,
including the time and circumstances surrounding becoming a follower of Christ, and a
description of your current relationship with Christ.
Application packets are to be sent to Angela Brock, Assistant to the Vice President and
Director of Athletics, at abrock@belhaven.edu.
Application packets will be accepted until the position is filled. Additional information about
Belhaven University may be found online at www.belhaven.edu.
