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Assistant Director of Sports Medicine

California State University, Fresno, Fresno, CA, United States


Fresno State Athletic Corporation Compensation And Benefits

Hiring Salary: $5,858.67/month

This is a full-time, exempt position.

The Fresno State Athletic Corporation provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), and sick and vacation time. A summary of benefit information can be found under the Athletic Corporation header. Employees are at-will.

Job Summary

Deliver a high-level of medical service including coverage, prevention, assessment, referrals, treatment, and rehabilitation, and safe and functional return for football student-athletes.

Supervise and train athletic training students in all aspects of therapeutic treatment, athletic training room operations, and athletic event coverage as a clinical instructor.

Communicate the status of injured and recovering student-athletes to appropriate athletic department personnel and team physicians.

Assist in administering Pre‑Participation Exams and determining readiness to participate.

Coordinate and work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary medical team.

Travel to away games with sports as needed and assigned.

Serve as a leader and mentor to new hires, students, interns, and volunteers, providing guidance related to working under pressure, time management, organization, and professionalism.

Maintain up‑to‑date electronic treatment records, injury statistics, and facility paper files.

Key Qualifications

Experience as an athletic trainer at the collegiate level.

NATA BOC certification.

Familiarity with NCAA best practices regarding supplements and health and safety of student-athletes.

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

Excellent organizational skills.

Ability to:

Work cooperatively with coaches, staff, faculty, students, and community members.

Appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information.

Work confidently and effectively in a high-stress environment.

Exercise professional independent judgment and discretion.

Perform all duties with integrity and professionalism.

Work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Travel as required by the position.

Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year institution with a major in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, or a related health field if not from an MSAT program.

Experience as an athletic trainer at the collegiate level.

Application Instructions Applications received by

December 28, 2025

will be given full consideration. Late applications will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager or search committee.

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must submit a resume, a cover letter addressing specific qualifications and interest, and contact information for three professional references.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

COVID‑19 Vaccination Policy Employees accessing office and campus facilities are strongly recommended to follow COVID‑19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu.

Supplemental Information Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees offered positions that require a background check must undergo the check as required by law or for positions identified as sensitive by Fresno State.

Position holders are mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083. This position may also be a designated position under the California State University Conflict of Interest Code, requiring annual filing of a Statement of Economic Interest and completion of training within six months and every two years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus. Fresno State does not sponsor staff or management positions (e.g., H1‑B visas).

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