Head Athletic Trainer

Position: Head Athletic Trainer (2026-2027)
Location: Brookshire

Job Summary:

Plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the athletic training program for student athletes. Work under the direction of the team physician to carry out activities in the following areas: prevention, evaluation, emergency treatment, physical reconditioning and rehabilitation of injuries.

Qualifications:

Required

Education/Certification:

* Minimum Bachelor's degree from an accredited athletic training program.

* Current Texas Athletic Training License

* Current adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification.

Preferred:

* Certification through NATA BOC

* Certification to teach in the state of Texas or be willing to obtain teaching certification

* Prior Experience working in the secondary level

* Familiarity with Rank One Software Program

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

* Ability to provide injury prevention and rehabilitation services

* Ability to provide emergency care

* Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and ability to apply appropriate treatment to treat student athletic injuries

* Ability to instruct and supervise student athletes and assistants

* Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

* Writing composition capabilities; negotiation skills, familiarity and marketing functions.

* Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
Rank One, Basic Social Media Competency

Experience:

Two to Five years of experience as an athletic trainer in high school or college or prior work in the medical profession.

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

* Aid in overseeing the District Athletics Programs

* Work in conjunction with campus nurses, Director of Athletics, and athletic staff

* Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents including medical, incident, and treatment records as required.

* Establish and maintain effective communication with students, parents, medical personnel, coaches, and other staff.

* Write routine reports and/or correspondences

* Maintain emotional control under stress

* Be available to supervise and treat student athletics during athletics periods and attend practice sessions and athletic contests as assigned by Director of Athletics.

* Prepare athletes for games and practices by conducting evaluations and using tape, wraps,splints, braces, and other protective devices as needed.

* Fit injured athletes with specialized equipment and oversee its use.

* Respond to emergencies and make quick, independent judgments about how to deal with injuries

* Coordinate scheduling of athletic physical examinations and screening.

* Maintain an inventory of training supplies and equipment.

Requisition additional supplies as needed.

* Other duties as assigned by Director of Athletics.

Professional Growth and Development

* Participate in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge of rules, regulations, and practices.

* Seeks, accepts and responds to feedback.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

* Maintain emotional control under stress.

* Continual walking and standing; moderate lifting and carrying; stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching.

* Work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather) and inside.

* Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases.

* Frequent district-wide travel.

* Frequent prolonged and irregular hours.

Other Factors:

Desirable personal traits such as: willingness to accept responsibilities and to cooperate with other

employees; sociable, understanding and courteous; learns readily; able to organize work and establish priorities; ability to handle confidential materials; able to deal effectively with the public.

Although this is an accurate description of employment prerequisites, responsibilities and duties for a District Athletic Trainer, part or all of this job description is subject to change upon notice and may include any other duties as assigned by the Employer.