Assistant Athletic Director Sports Medicine

Job Summary:

The Assistant Athletic Director Sports Medicine is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Sports Medicine areas to which they are assigned. Responsibility will include direct supervision of Assistant Directors and Associate Athletic Trainers as assigned and administrative duties as determined for best practices within the department. This position will collaborate with the Associate Athletics Director on a regular basis to ensure all aspects of the department are functioning within the mission of the athletics department and the NCAA. Provide daily sports medicine services to the student athletes.

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

1. Assists with the daily operations and maintenance of the Athletic Training facilities assigned to them (including the Athletic Training facility located in the Lupton Baseball facility) as well as other satellite facilities on or associated with Sports Medicine.
2. Responsible for inventory management of equipment and supplies within the Sports Medicine Department and specific assigned facility.
3. Responsible for identifying, recruiting and recommending qualified professionals for positions within the Sports Medicine Department as part of the Hiring and Retention Team. Oversees the on-boarding of new staff members.
4. Provides direct supervision of employees within the department as assigned by the Associate Athletics Director or located within their area of supervision; performs annual appraisals on these employees and make recommendations based on these evaluations.
5. Assigns duties essential to the function of the department to Associate Athletic Trainers as appropriate.
6. Reviews and updates department policy and procedures annually; reviews and updates all department forms and protocols annually.
7. Provides care for student-athletes by providing appropriate assessments/evaluations, treatment and rehabilitation and referrals to the departments sports medicine network while coordinating care within and outside of the Sports Medicine department.
8. Oversees the departments mental health program. Reviews and revises the policy as necessary.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Master’s degree.
• 5 years’ experience in college or professional athletics as an Athletic Trainer.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• None

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• Licensed by Department of Health for the State of Texas.
• Board Certified by the NATA BOC
• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license within 90 days of establishing residency.
• Must be insurable under the university motor vehicle requirements.
• Must be able to pass an MVR at hire and annually thereafter (in order to be insurable on TCU’s auto insurance policy).

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of job-related policies and regulations.
• Knowledge of presentation and interpersonal communication techniques.
• Knowledge of NCAA guidelines.
• Knowledge of customer service techniques.
• Knowledge of basic recordkeeping.
• Knowledge of injury tracking systems and insurance processing.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to achieve effective recruiting results.
• Ability to work independently as well as on a team.

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

• The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold; wet/humid and dry/arid conditions.
• This role is an on campus, in-person position, and requires attendance at home and away contexts, events and post season competitions.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. 

Notification of Compliance with NCAA Regulations:

This job description includes the expectation of compliance with NCAA regulations.  An institutional staff member who is found in violation of NCAA regulations shall be subject to disciplinary or corrective action as set forth in the provisions of the NCAA enforcement procedures, including suspension without pay or termination of employment for significant or repetitive violations.