Job Description

Embry-Riddle: Celebrating 100 Years of Leadership in Aviation and Aerospace 

As Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University marks its Centennial, we proudly celebrate 100 years of advancing the future of flight and aerospace education. With vibrant residential campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ — and a Worldwide network spanning nearly 120 global locations — Embry-Riddle stands as the world’s largest aviation and aerospace university. 

For a century, we have led innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students around the globe. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space empower the next generation of leaders to shape the future of flight, exploration, and discovery. 

As we launch our next century, we remain committed to excellence, innovation, and preparing graduates who will transform industries and redefine what is possible. 

The Opportunity 

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer to join our Sport Medicine Team in Prescott, Arizona. This is a full-time, 10-month position reporting directly to the Director of Sports Medicine. In this role, you will work closely with the team physicians, coaches and athletics staff to support the health, safety and success of our student-athletes. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collegiate athletics environment while growing your professional experience within a supportive and innovative university community.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Work under the supervision of the Director of Sports Medicine and be responsible for the following:  prevention of athletic injuries and illnesses, evaluation of athletic injuries, treatment of athletic injuries, providing education and counseling to student-athletes about their injury/illness.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the athletic training room.
• Provides athletic training coverage for assigned men's and women's teams, including practices, competitions and team travel as needed.
• Participates in inventory management of supplies
• Documents and maintains student-athlete PHI (i.e. physicals, injury reports, rehabilitation, etc.) into EMR.
• Maintains appropriate communication with the Director of Sports Medicine, student-athletes, coaches, and physicians.
• Maintains appropriate communication and attends meetings within the Department of Athletics.
• Obtains, creates and maintains an athletic calendar of events.
• Will coordinate and maintain records for athletic physical examinations for student-athletes.
• Develops, communicates and enforces Embry Riddle Athletic Training Policy & Procedures for athletes.
• This position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays based on team practices and competition schedules.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for transportation of team in vans and the ability to travel for team practices and competition.
• Other duties as assigned.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle! 

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health—because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you! 
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.   
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period. 
• Generous Time Off: Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.   

Qualifications

Qualifications 

• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Remain in good standing with the NATA and BOC
• Eligible for Arizona Athletic Trainer’s Licensure

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology/health education, sports medicine or a related field.

Application process/requirements 

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R311345. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include: 

• Cover letter 
• Full Resume 
• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process) 

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday. 

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website. 

Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact eraujobs@erau.edu and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff.