Assistant Athletic Trainer

About the Job  

The Assistant Athletic Trainer works in collaboration with the Athletic Training Staff to provide care for student athletes competing in the University’s athletic program. The Assistant Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the Head Athletic Trainer and is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of injuries within their respective teams.   

About CCU  

Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.  

Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914.  CCU’s motto is--grace and truth. This motto comes from John 1.14: “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” (ESV)   

CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.  

Colorado Christian University cultivates knowledge and love of God in a Christ-centered community of learners and scholars, with an enduring commitment to the integration of exemplary academics, spiritual formation, and engagement with the world. We envision graduates who think critically and creatively, lead with high ethical and professional standards, embody the character and compassion of Jesus Christ, treasure the gospel, and who thereby are prepared to impact the world in their callings.  

CCU embraces an educational model that was present at the foundation of many of the great western and American universities. It is made up of three pillars—competence, character and Christ-centered faith. Secular universities have abandoned two of those pillars. We think this is a major oversight that eventually undermines education. Furthermore, we believe this classical educational model is both life-giving and greatly needed in our time.  

A leader in higher education, CCU has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had ten consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master’s granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education.  

CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult students through its two colleges--the College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 9,000 students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and online.  

What is most appealing about working at CCU?  

1. Faith friendly: CCU’s culture is unique to higher education. Where else can you pursue academic excellence yet read the Holy Bible, pray with teammates and students at work, and work to impact our culture in support of Christian values?
2. Convictionally Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God’s Word.
3. Live out your calling: We are a traditional evangelical university where you can invest your God-given talents and abilities alongside coworkers and teammates, while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
4. Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings and preparing them for positions of significant leadership in the church, business, government, education, and other professions, as a key part of our University's Strategic Priorities.

We’re looking for candidates who have:  

1. A master's degree with the Athletic Trainer Certification, and professional experience in collegiate athletics required.
2. Certification by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) and State Athletic Training Licensure is required.
3. Familiarity with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) governing rules. 
4. Ability to minister to others with the gospel through the platform of athletic training.
5. Communication skills and the ability to collaborate with other athletic trainers, strength and conditioning personnel, and coaches.
6. Ability to interact appropriately and professionally with student-athletes.
7. Experience in a similar private Christian institution is desirable.

Key Job Duties  

1. Contribute to CCU's mission: Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. In this role, the Assistant Athletic Trainer contributes to the mission by facilitating a safe environment in which our student-athletes can use their God-given talents to serve "an audience of One."
2. Evaluate, treat, and assist in the prevention of athletic injuries and illnesses.
3. Provide counseling and education to student-athletes on issues related to sports injuries.
4. Perform athletic training administrative duties including, but not limited to, record keeping and documentation.
5. Provide rehab therapy to athletes.
6. Work with doctors and other allied health professionals to deliver care to student-athletes.
7. Travel with teams to road events as assigned.
8. Provide training coverage at each home event in which assigned teams are participating.
9. Assist with the review and updating of University training policies and protocols.
10. Work collaboratively with campus health care professionals, team physician, and CCU counseling departments to provide appropriate medical oversight to student-athletes.
11. Disciple and mentor student-athletes in their Christian faith through platform of athletic training.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment  

While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to walk, stand, sit, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, speak with clarity, and have appropriate vision and hearing capabilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. You will be required to work irregular hours, including some nights and weekends. Local and regional travel is expected. National travel may occur. Colorado Christian University expects all faculty and staff to become a part of the University community by participating in activities and events that occur on the campus throughout the year, which may occur during evenings and weekends.  

What we offer our employees:  

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to all employees. Our benefit package for full time employees includes, health care and a matching 403(b) retirement plan. Pay and benefits will be discussed in more detail as candidates progress through the interview process.

Colorado Christian University’s pay philosophy is based on internal and external data for pay equity; along with budgetary considerations for effective stewardship. Pay will range from $50,000 - $58,000, based upon experience. We reserve the right to pay an equitable rate that we believe is within our salary structure or that may fit a candidate’s qualifications or experience for the job. A wage range posted is not a guarantee of a specific wage range for a job offer. CCU reserves the right to make pay decisions based on economic and equity considerations to attract the best possible talent. CCU does not determine pay based on sex or any other protected status.