Tumwater - Athletic Trainer (THS)24-25

TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 33
621 Linwood Avenue • Tumwater, Washington 98512
360-709-7020

ATHLETIC TRAINER

Tumwater High School

Approximate Season Dates: August 29th, 2024 - June 30th, 2035

Pay: $40,000
(Position may be Pro-rated based on actual duration of the contract year)

This position will remain open until filled. Tumwater School District reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening after 4 PM on Monday, October 7th, 2024. It is in the applicant's best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

The season dates are tentative and based on WIAA's modified sports schedule.

The job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

QUALIFICATIONS: Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance. Current First Aid/CPR certification. Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, or a related field. ATC (Athletic Trainer Certified) certification required. Strong knowledge of injury prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation techniques.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide direct leadership and organization for all levels of the assigned sport/activity
• Provide direct ongoing supervision of all athletes, managers and assistant coaches before/during/after all practices/conditioning sessions, games/ travel and other school-sanctioned events
• Develop appropriate objectives of the assigned sport/activity
• Maintain current knowledge of all national, state, league and district rules and regulations related directly to the assigned sport/activity, student participation and parent/community involvement
• Operate and maintain district equipment as required; insure their safe and proper use; protect the interest of the district regarding pilferage, loss, theft or abuse of all district facilities and equipment
• Arrange for and manage all equipment repair and maintenance as required by the manufacturer, insurance provider, and district
• Report, verbally and in writing, to the building and district Athletic Director, any equipment and/or facility found to be in an unsafe condition
• Continually teach and emphasize safety procedures and precautions to all athletes and coaches
• Report all injuries to Athletic Director and complete appropriate report(s)
• Administer first aid and medication to students for the purpose of meeting their immediate health care needs, if required
• Assume direct responsibility clearing all athletes who are returning to play after an injury through the building Athletic Director
• Monitor student compliance with all provisions of the TSD Athletic Code and WIAA rules and regulations
• Immediately report all violations or suspected violations of established rules and regulations to the building Athletic Director
• Attend all league meetings directly related to the assigned sport/activity as directed and approved by the building Athletic Director
• Organize and conduct, in coordination with the building Athletic Director, parent meetings prior to the season and provide ongoing parent communication throughout the season
• Participate in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, hearing, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to motivate student athletes and interact positively with persons of different age groups and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to perform physical tasks related to athletic training, including lifting and moving equipment, and responding to emergency situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, administrators and community members

RESPONSIBLE TO: Building Athletic Director

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Tumwater School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator: Meagan Dawson, 360-709-7030, meagan.dawson@tumwater.k12.wa.us. Address: 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512. Title IX Coordinator: Wendy Bromley, wendy.bromley@tumwater.k12.wa.us. Address: 621 Linwood Ave SW, Tumwater, WA 98512.