Assistant Athletic Trainer - Football
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
USD 55k-55k / year
Posted on Dec 2, 2025
| Working Title | Assistant Athletic Trainer - Football |
|---|---|
| Department | Athletics-0850 |
| Requisition Number | S_250791 |
| Posting Open Date | 12/01/2025 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 12/09/2025 |
| Posting Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Description of Work | Perform a variety of duties involved in the administration, evaluation, treatment, care, and rehabilitation of student-athletes within the University of Nebraska Athletic Department. The focus of responsibilities will be with Football, including practice and game coverage, and any required travel. Working with the team will involve working long hours, nights, weekends, some holidays. Adherence to all NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations will be required. The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. |
| Minimum Required Qualifications | Professional Degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in athletic training from a CAATE accredited program and 1 year relevant full-time experience. BOC/NATA certification and ability to obtain Nebraska State licensure required. Emergency response certification (CPR/Basic life support) necessary. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements. |
| Preferred Qualifications | The ideal candidate may have 2 years or more experience as full-time, certified athletic trainer within NCAA and/or professional athletics. Previous experience providing prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries to student-athletes in a football setting. |
| Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | Yes |
| Physical Required | No |
| Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. | No |
| Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes |
| Posted Salary | $55,000/yr minimum |
| How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. |
| For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Brandon Yoder byoder@huskers.com 402-472-3331 |
| Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | |
| Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No |
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