Athletic Trainer (or Head Athletic Trainer)

Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech), the state’s only public polytechnic university, invites applications for the position of Head Athletic Trainer or Athletic Trainer for the Department of Athletics, within the Division of Students Affairs, located on the Klamath Falls campus.

This role offers a compelling opportunity to support a high-impact athletic department at a moment of strategic possibility and institutional evolution.

As Oregon’s only public polytechnic university, Oregon Tech is nationally recognized for its applied, hands-on approach to education- preparing graduateswho are not only career-ready but positioned to lead within their professions. Oregon Tech Athletics are a powerhouse in the NAIA Cascade Collegiate Conference (CCC), renowned for combining high-level athletic competition with academic excellence.

The mission of Oregon Tech’s Athletic Training Staff is to provide the best health and performance for the student athletes of Oregon Tech through the continuous pursuit of new knowledge and application of best practices in the field of sports medicine. The goal as clinicians is to create an innovative and collaborative culture to optimize the care for each student athlete. To do this, Athletic Training Staff utilize evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary approach. This enhances injury prevention, wellness education, and creates effective management of athletic injuries and illnesses.

New and upcoming graduates are encouraged to apply!
 

Position Information

Position Type Administrative

Working Title Athletic Trainer or Head Athletic Trainer

Classification Title Trainer

College/Division Student Affairs

Department Athletics

Work Location Klamath Falls

Position Terms/Mo 12

Full/Part time Full Time

Appointment FTE (%) 1.00

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Benefits This position is eligible for Oregon Tech's comprehensive Benefits package

Salary Range $45,400 - $60,000; commensurate with appointment

Application Link:  https://jobs.oit.edu/postings/7247

Position Summary
The Department of Athletics seeks applications for the role of Athletic Trainer or Head Athletic Trainer; a full-time, 12-month, fixed term position, which reports in-person to the Klamath Falls campus.

The primary objective of this position is to manage the prevention, treatment, documentation and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Other duties include daily operations and scheduling of the athletic training room, budget management, administrative duties, inventory control, secondary insurance monitoring, communication with other medical professionals for referrals, supervision of one full-time staff member, as well as student training room assistants and athletic training room policy formation. Collaboration of coverage for practices and games with coaches and subordinate staff is required to assure appropriate treatment the athletes of Oregon Tech Athletics’ thirteen programs.

Candidates seeking consideration for the Head Athletic Trainer appointment must have a Master’s degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Sport Science with an option in Athletic Training.

Candidates who hold a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Sport Science with an option in Athletic Training will be included in consideration for the appointment of Athletic Trainer.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Sport Science with an option in Athletic Training, is required to receive consideration for the appointment of Head Athletic Trainer;
  OR, a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Sport Science with an option in Athletic Training, is required to receive considerations for the appointment of Athletic Trainer.
• 3-5 years previous Athletic Trainer experience.
• NATA-BOC Certification certified at time of hire.
• Eligible for registration for the state of Oregon OR be licensed with Oregon Health Licensing Office by the first date of employment.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications by the first date of employment.
• Current, valid driver’s license by the first date of employment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bi-lingual
• Familiarity with SWAY and IMPACT athlete testing programs.
• Previous collegiate Athletic Trainer experience.

Special Instructions for Applicants
The initial review of applications began January 20, 2026. However, applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration. 

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.oit.edu/postings/7247

Then, upload the following elements to your application:

Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
License/Certification

Optional Documents
Transcripts (Unofficial)
Letter of Recommendation

New and upcoming graduates are encouraged to apply!