Athletic Trainer - Pleasant Hill, United States - Contra Costa Community College District

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Posting Details (Default Section)

Position Title Athletic Trainer
Special Instructions to Applicants
NOTE : New employees will be placed at the first step which is $77,748.00 per year, second step $81,684.00 per year or third step at $85,836.00 per year (depending upon experience). Based on current salary placement guidelines, all step increases for which an employee becomes eligible shall take place on July 1st of each fiscal year. These increases will occur, on annual basis, until the maximum step of $94,716.00 per year is reached on the salary schedule.

Our Vision for Social Justice
We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live.

The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions.

Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission.

Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds, students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families.

The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps.

If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.

Recruitment Type: Open (Internal and External applicants)
Location Diablo Valley College
Posting Number
# of Openings 1
Range 65
Salary $77,748 - $94,716 per year
Position Status Permanent
Overtime Status Non-Exempt (eligible)
Position Full-Time
If temporary, employment duration: N/A
# of Hours Scheduled Per Week 40
Work Schedule By Day and Work Hours
Monday - Friday
11:30am -8:00pm

Shift Differential % N/A
# of Months 12
Non-work Periods: N/A
EEO Job Category Technical/Paraprofessional
Employee Group Classified
Department D3900-Physical Education
Position Definition
Under the guidance of the team physician and/or Lead Athletic Trainer, supports the prevention, evaluation, rehabilitation, and on-site medical care for students participating in inter-collegiate sports programs. In the absence of the team physician or lead athletic trainer, the athletic trainer is responsible for deciding whether an athlete is medically able to return to participation by adhering to the team physician's protocols. Provides athletic training services at home and remote sporting events as assigned. Plan, coordinate and implement programs for injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitative treatment of athletes involved in inter-collegiate sports at the college; maintain and operate the campus training room facility.

Distinguishing Characteristics
The Athletic Trainer, Lead and Athletic Trainer are distinct classification specifications. The Lead oversees and provides supervision to Athletic Trainers and other personnel, including work allocation, training, and problem resolution. The Athletic Trainer receives guidance from the Athletic Trainer, Lead and/or physician, and supports the prevention, evaluation, rehabilitation, and on-site medical care for students participating in inter-collegiate sports programs. A summary of the differences include:

The Athletic Trainer classification works independently to perform the duties related to implementing injury-prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, treatment and rehabilitation, educational programs, and counseling of student athletes.

The Athletic Trainer, Lead classification will guide, help train and coordinate athletic trainers.

Examples of Duties/Essential Functions
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

•Assesses acute and chronic injuries/diseases to determine appropriate treatment, rehabilitation plan, and potential medical specialist referral.

•Responds to medical emergencies; administers CPR and emergency first aid; determines triage level; and provides immediate care.
Develops preventative, rehabilitative and emergency medical care programs for student athletes, with the guidance of the team physician.

•Organizes and maintains electronic medical records system regarding athletic injuries, treatments, health insurance and physical examinations.

•Advises and exchanges information with students and staff regarding various exercises, preventative care, rehabilitation programs, first-aid and follow-up referrals, safety equipment and supplies, and other information related to student athlete health and safety.

•Assists in organizing and conducting pre-participation evaluations, health screenings, and physician referrals.

•Participates in student orientation and other programs by making presentations to small and large groups as assigned (medical eligibility and concussion education).

•Serves as technical advisor to staff and athletes on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and safety techniques and athletic training.

•Oversees and manages the athletic training clinic and ensures equipment is safe and in sanitary condition.

•Provides critical feedback to the program manager on AT program policies and procedures.

•Oversees and trains for the implementation of concussion management protocols.

•Oversees implementation of environmental policies and procedure (heat, smoke, lightning, etc.).

•Oversees implementation of mental health policies and procedures by staying up to date on current research and best practices.

•Mentors and guides students in the Sports Medicine Program, as well as interns from other institutions.

•Develops preventative, rehabilitative and emergency medical care programs for student athletes, under the direction of the team physician.

•Advises athletes and coaching staff on techniques related to injury prevention, care, and conditioning.

•Provides initial physical evaluation to determine an appropriate injury rehabilitation plan; refers athletes to medical specialists for care.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

• One (1) year of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in a high school, intercollegiate, or professional athletic setting.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Catastrophic sports trauma management.

EDUCATION / LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in sports medicine, kinesiology, physical therapy or related field.
• Possession of a National Provider Identifier ( NPI ) Number
• Possession of the Board of Certification ( BOC ) certificate for Athletic Trainers ( ATC )
• Possession of certification by the National Athletic Training Association.
• Possession of valid California driver's license.
• Possession of a CPR / AED and First Aid Certificate.

Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of

•Catastrophic sports trauma management.

•Principles and techniques for the prevention, assessment, and rehabilitative care of sports- related injuries.

•First aid and CPR / AED .

•Athletic equipment used in training and competitive sports.

•Principles of physiology, kinesiology, and anatomy.

•Safety precautions and procedures for working with athletes.

•Medical clearance process for athletic participation.

•Principles and processes of book-keeping and records management.

•Medical diagnostics and physical therapy equipment.

•Use of therapeutic modalities.

•Medical clearance process for athletic participation.

•Principles and processes of book-keeping and records management.

•Medical diagnostics and physical therapy equipment.

•Use of therapeutic modalities.

Minimum Qualification-Skill To

•Plan, coordinate and implement a comprehensive athletic training and sports medicine program.

•Evaluate and assess the condition and progress of student athletes in therapeutic, rehabilitative and conditioning programs.

•Evaluate and treat a variety of athletic injuries using therapeutic devices.

•Administer first aid and injury rehabilitation.

•Train and provide work direction to student trainers.

•Act decisively in emergency situations.

•Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

•Exercise sound judgment, independently.

•Supervise student assistants as needed.

•Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

•Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.

Minimum Qualification-Ability To
N/A

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience as a certified athletic trainer in the community college setting
• Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Experience supervising athletic training students
• Administrative experience as an athletic trainer
• Possession of relevant supplementary certificates such as CSCS , CES , PES , CKTP , etc.
• Master's Degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, or related field.

Job Open Date: 03/29/2024
Job Close Date: 04/30/2024
Open Until Filled No
Foreign Degree and Credit Statement:
In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure , all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) agency prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation.

About Us
About the District

The mission of the Contra Costa Community College District is to transform lives by providing outstanding learning opportunities that nurture and empower all students to achieve their educational goals. The dedicated faculty, classified professionals and administrators in the District are committed to core values and action that promote excellence in learning and equitable student success. The District is committed to hiring and developing a diverse staff that understands that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive role models for all students; and creates an inclusive and supportive educational work environment for its students, employees, and the community it serves.

Located in Contra Costa County, in the beautiful and diverse San Francisco East Bay area, the District serves the 1 million residents of the County through education, business partnerships and service in the community. The District first opened its doors in 1949 and is the second oldest and eighth largest multi-college community college district in California. The District consists of three colleges and two centers; Contra Costa College in San Pablo; Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill; Los Medanos College in Pittsburg; and the centers in Brentwood and San Ramon. The District Office located in downtown Martinez, supports the mission and functions of the colleges.

As evidenced by the rich diversity in Contra Costa County, the District enrolls a highly diverse student population. Serving over 41,364 students a year, in fiscal year the demographic make-up of the students was 9% Black/African American; 21% Asian/Pacific Islander; 34% Hispanic/Latino; 25% White/Caucasian; and 11% Other.

The District actively encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve the dynamic student population and work collaboratively with existing colleagues that are equally dynamic and diverse.

Contra Costa College

Contra Costa College is a dynamic, comprehensive community college with a diverse student population. The institution has served the communities of West Contra Costa County for more than 69 years. Most of the 10,500-plus students who attend the college come from local communities, but many also come from neighboring communities and from countries throughout the world. The college offers certificates and degree programs in 70 areas. It prepares students for immediate employment and for transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Faculty and staff are proud to be affiliated with an institution that has a tradition of excellence and a reputation for educating students to live and work in a diverse global environment.

Diablo Valley College

DVC is committed to increasing student success. The college has distinguished itself as one of the nation's most successful community colleges by offering incomparable transfer opportunities and exceptional career-technical programs. In both Pleasant Hill and San Ramon, a diverse student body engages with high-quality instruction and support services designed for excellence and equity in student learning. DVC's career-technical programs keep pace with emerging technologies and skill requirements, while unparalleled transfer programs prepare students to be successful in four-year colleges and universities. DVC continuously ranks among the top transfer pathways to UC Berkeley.

Los Medanos College

Los Medanos College, opened in 1974, is the newest campus of the Contra Costa Community College District. The college prepares students to excel and succeed economically, socially and intellectually in an innovative, engaging and supportive learning environment. LMC provides quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities to serve the needs of a rapidly-growing and changing East County while enhancing the quality of life of the diverse communities it serves. Los Medanos College is known for its transferable general education program and career technical programs strongly connected with local business and industry. The college serves approximately 10,000 students.

Employee Benefits:
Insurance: The District offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents. Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend.

Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System). Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System.

Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options.

Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break).

Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.

Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union. If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one-time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1% of gross pay +$1. United Faculty has an agency fee of .55% of gross pay plus $2.50. (All confidential, supervisory and management positions are exempt from union membership)

For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website:

Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20-Benefits):


Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8-Insurance Benefits):


POST OFFER PRE-PLACEMENT EVALUATION PROGRAM (PEP)
All job offers of employment are conditional upon the applicant's satisfactory results of the Post Offer Pre-Placement Evaluation Program. This involves a physical strength test to demonstrate a minimum level of strength to perform the essential duties of the job. There is no charge for this service. Please do not make an appointment for testing until you have received notification from the Human Resources Department after a job offer is extended. The positions we currently evaluate are: Building Maintenance Worker, Custodian I and II, Lead Custodian, Cook, Food Services Assistant, Food Services Supervisor, Food Services Supply Clerk, Food Services Coordinator, Grounds Worker/ Gardener I and II, Senior/ Lead Grounds Worker/Gardener, Lead Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Equipment Maintenance Worker. If you are not hired in a listed classification, you may disregard this notification.

ADA Accommodations:
In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for reasonable accommodations may be made to . For administrative purposes, requests must be made at the time of application.

COVID-19 Information
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Diversity Statement
It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Tell us how you meet the minimum qualifications of: A) Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with a major in sports medicine, kinesiology, physical therapy or related field, B) One (1) year of experience as a Certified Athletic Trainer in a high school, intercollegiate, or professional athletic setting, C) Possession of, or ability to obtain, certification by the National Athletic Training Association, D) Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license, E) Possession of, or ability to obtain, a CPR/AED and First Aid Certificate, F) Possession of a National Provider Identifier (NPI) Number, AND G) Possession of the Board of Certification (BOC) certificate for Athletic Trainers (ATC).
   (Open Ended Question)
2. Please describe your experience as a clinical experience athletic trainer, including any experience supervising athletic training students.
   (Open Ended Question)
3. Please explain your treatment philosophy including how any supplemental certifications you possess are integrated into your practice.
   (Open Ended Question)
4. Diablo Valley College and our department in particular values it's diversity. Please describe your experience and philosophy of working with student-athletes, students, and colleagues of diverse and underrepresented backgrounds.
   (Open Ended Question)
5. Please describe your administrative experience. Include not only types of responsibilities and duties you have had, but also include a description of how you have utilized technology to assist you.
   (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Unofficial Transcript (must show degree(s) conferred)

Optional Documents

1. Application for Equivalency
2. Unofficial Transcript 2
3. Unofficial Transcript 3
4. Unofficial Transcript 4
5. Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency)