Associate Athletic Trainer – Football

ATH TRAINER 3 (009455)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_940816

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

12/30/2025 11:29:31 AM

Date Last Edited:

12/30/2025 11:29:29 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

6000O

Organization:

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS

Division Code:

5501D

Division:

INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS

Department:

374500 - INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_940816

Position Description ID

250474

UC Payroll Title:

ATH TRAINER 3 (009455)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 21

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

C: Supervisor - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

1 - Staff: Contract

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

TBD

Reports to Payroll Title:

SPORTS MED ATH TRAINER SUPV

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40713754

Department Head Payroll Title:

ATH MGR 4 BYA

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

5306

ATH TRAINER 3 HX

3

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Associate Athletics Director of Sports Medicine – Football, coordinate, at a high level, athletic injury prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation to UCLA student-athletes. Organize injury prevention programs. Share responsibility of Athletic Training services for Football and student-athletes. This position will be assigned specific coverage for Football and/or other sports as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director of Sports Medicine –Football and/or Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine. Specific coverage will be determined upon review of applications.  Athletic Training services to include: coordination of physical exams for team, evaluation, treatment and documentation of injuries, design and supervision of rehabilitation programs, and supervise and counsel sports medicine student interns assigned to practice and game coverage. Communicate and document athletes' progress to athletic training staff, physicians, conditioning staff and coaches. Maintain written and computerized documentation on all athletes' injuries, treatments and rehabilitation. Refer injured athletes to UCLA team physicians as appropriate. Administrative and other duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine.

Injury Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation

 • Coordinate, at a high level, athletic injury prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation to UCLA varsity student-athletes. 

 • Share responsibility of Athletic Training services for all sports and student-athletes as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine. This position will be assigned specific coverage for Football and/or other sports as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director of Sports Medicine –Football Athletic and/or Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine Athletic Training services to include: Evaluation and treatment of injuries at all practice sessions and games. 

 • Evaluation and treatment of injuries at all practice sessions and games.

 • Refer injured athletes to appropriate UCLA team physicians as per guidelines in the UCLA Sports Medicine policies and pro

65%

Training and Supervision

 • Identify and organize opportunities for staff professional development.

 • Maintain necessary units of clinical education per requirements of the NATA by attending courses and/or following criterion outlined by the institution.

 • Supervise sports medicine staff and student interns as assigned. For students, mentor second and third year sports medicine student interns to ensure timely advancement in the sports medicine student internship program.

15%

Administrative and Other Duties as Assigned

Perform other administrative duties as assigned by the Associate Athletic Director Sports Medicine – Football and/or Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine as pertain to management of logistics of the football sports medicine program

Perform regular safety checks on all rehabilitation equipment, organize maintenance and repairs, and evaluate need for purchasing new equipment. 

Work with representatives from rehab equipment companies to select best and most cost effective goods - including, but not limited to: braces, strengthening and stretching devices, electrical modalities, etc...

15%

Rules Compliance

• Comply with all Federal, State, University and Department requirements established pursuant to Title IX, including the mandatory reporting requirements for a “Responsible Employee.”

 • The DIA is governed by the NCAA, BIG 10 and University of California, Los Angeles.  The incumbent is required to comply with the applicable rules, regulations and policies of those organizations.

    ◦ Review and retain all rules compliance disseminated by the DIA Compliance office.

    ◦ Report all NCAA/BIG 10 violations.

    ◦ Sign the annual NCAA Certification of Compliance form.

    ◦ Complete the Athletically Related Income form annually.

    ◦ Comply with California State Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) Law and adhere to mandatory reporting guidelines.

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

•

Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and relevant experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree.

Required

Master’s Degree.

Preferred

Previous NCAA Division I experience.

Preferred

Previous experience with NCAA Division 1 Football, Professional Football or other contact sport preferred.

Preferred

Driver License

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Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles.

Required

Certified as an Athletic Trainer in good standing with the NATABOC (National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification).

Required

Must be CPR/AED certified.

Required

Working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics as related to musculoskeletal athletic injuries of the peripheral joints and spine.

Required

Ability to perform clinical and sideline evaluation of injury and provide immediate management, as well as design and implement basic treatment programs.

Required

Ability to operate therapeutic modalities and exercise equipment.

Required

Ability to write and maintain accurate and concise evaluations and treatment records.

Required

Working knowledge and basic skill in therapeutic exercise techniques and functional progression programs.

Required

Working knowledge and basic skill in application of peripheral joint/soft tissue techniques, protective wraps, tape, and bracing devices.

Required

Ability to communicate with and maintain cooperative working relationships with all Staff, Physicians, Coaches, Student-Athletes, and outside vendors through clear and concise correspondence and reports.

Required

Working knowledge of common systemic illnesses and management which may interfere with athletic participation.

Required

Demonstrated skill in progressing athletes' rehabilitation programs independently or in consultation with Staff Physical Therapist or Team Physicians.

Required

Ability to perform under difficult situations and maintain composure in the face of resistance, indifference or hostility.

Required

Ability to operate a computer with working knowledge of various computer software systems: Skills necessary to perform tasks with speed and accuracy with Microsoft Office applications and Smartabase Injury Tracking Software.

Required

Knowledge of Departmental, University, BIG 10, and NCAA policies, procedures, rules and regulations are preferred.

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

10%

Ability to travel for position duties and tasks as needed.

Ability to work odd hours, including: nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

Required

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Wasserman Football Facility, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.