Certified Athletic Trainer

Statement of the job

The University of Maine at Fort Kent is seeking to hire a Certified Athletic Trainer. This is a 10 month position from August 1- May 31. The Certified Athletic Trainer is responsible for providing quality health services to student athletes, serving as a liaison between the athlete and the physician, and performing other University duties as assigned by the Athletic Director. This position works closely with the Athletic Director in regard to the Athletic Department policies and procedures as they relate to the student athletes’ health care. Works directly with student athletes and all coaches in the administration of their programs regarding health care for the student athletes (ex. medical clearances reports, physical exams, physician referrals, insurance, and consent forms, safety equipment). The Athletic trainer is expected to travel with the University Teams. 

Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the salary for this position is $42,436.00 plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan.   Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents.  The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.

Job description
 

About the University

Located on the northernmost border of Maine, the University of Maine at Fort Kent is a career-focused campus offering relevant, experiential, academic programs and services with personalized attention.  UMFK’s diverse student population enjoys the opportunity to live and learn in a beautiful, natural setting and a caring, friendly atmosphere where they thrive as engaged members of the community.

Our vision is that UMFK will transform students into professionals who have the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to meet the evolving demands of a modern workforce. 

Taught by full-time faculty, our average class size is 16 students to one faculty member. Our students come to us from throughout the United States as well as approximately 30 countries. 

The great outdoor environment of the St. John Valley and forests of New England provide UMFK with abundant resources for learning and research, as well as easy access to the joys of outdoor sports and nature activities. The University and surrounding communities also play important roles in preserving, cultivating, and celebrating the Franco-American/Acadian culture in the St. John Valley and housing one of two Acadian Archives/Archives acadiennes in the nation. UMFK is the only institution in the United States located at the center of the French culture of northern Maine, eastern New Brunswick, and western Québec, offering opportunities for students to study and live in a bilingual region. The surrounding town of Fort Kent is a welcoming town of approximately 3,800 people who are active in various festivals, community gatherings, and civic work. UMFK is embedded near the center of town allowing easy access to amenities and the community at large. 

UMFK ranks among the top tier of all northern colleges for the tenth consecutive year, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2021 rankings. For the past 15 years, UMFK has been repeatedly selected as one of the outstanding colleges and universities that The Princeton Review recommends to college applicants in its print and online editions.

Qualifications (required and preferred) 

Required

• Bachelor's degree
• 1-3 years relevant experience 
• Certified Athletic Training License

Preferred: 

• Master's degree 

This position requires the ability to travel within and outside the state of Maine. 

 

How to apply:
 

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support. 

Materials must be submitted via "APPLY NOW". 

For a complete submission you  must create a profile, application and upload:

• A cover letter
• Resume/ CV

Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of professional references. 

Review of applications begins immediately.   

 Appropriate background checks are required.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion,