ATHLETIC TRAINER at Pajaro Valley Unified School District
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
The District is accepting applications for Athletic Trainer. A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic principles of athletic training, kinesiology, physiology, nutrition, diet, and first aid. Symptoms and treatment of athletic injuries. Physical fitness, hygiene, and safety procedures related to athletic programs Safety and protective equipment used in sports. Disinfectant techniques. Taping, bandaging, and therapeutic techniques. Clean and sterile equipment techniques. First aid procedures and techniques. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques. Community emergency medical resources. Concepts of adolescent development and respective learning patterns and behavior characteristics specific to gender. Appropriate safety precautions and procedures. Record-keeping techniques. Correct medical terminology and acceptable abbreviations Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities. Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Oral and written communication skills. Proper lifting techniques. General principles of supervision and training. BASIC FUNCTION: Under the supervision of an assigned administrator, administers preventative and rehabilitative treatment to students and athletes engaged in various high school sports and activities with specific instruction from coaching staff, team physician, and/or consulting physicians; fits uniforms and protective gear; remains available for athletic practices, home games, and specified away games; and performs related work as required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in athletic training, health, physical education, kinesiology, or a related field and one year of professional experience in athletic training, physical therapy or a related field.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer from the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC). Valid First Aid and CPR certification issued by an authorized agency. Valid California driver’s license. Evidence of adequate insurance for motor vehicle which meets the California legal liability insurance requirement and continual insurance coverage throughout employment. The process will begin with the screening of qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in a written, oral, and/or practical examination process. Successful candidates will be sent forward for Final Interview.
The District is accepting applications for Athletic Trainer. A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic principles of athletic training, kinesiology, physiology, nutrition, diet, and first aid. Symptoms and treatment of athletic injuries. Physical fitness, hygiene, and safety procedures related to athletic programs Safety and protective equipment used in sports. Disinfectant techniques. Taping, bandaging, and therapeutic techniques. Clean and sterile equipment techniques. First aid procedures and techniques. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques. Community emergency medical resources. Concepts of adolescent development and respective learning patterns and behavior characteristics specific to gender. Appropriate safety precautions and procedures. Record-keeping techniques. Correct medical terminology and acceptable abbreviations Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities. Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Oral and written communication skills. Proper lifting techniques. General principles of supervision and training. BASIC FUNCTION: Under the supervision of an assigned administrator, administers preventative and rehabilitative treatment to students and athletes engaged in various high school sports and activities with specific instruction from coaching staff, team physician, and/or consulting physicians; fits uniforms and protective gear; remains available for athletic practices, home games, and specified away games; and performs related work as required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in athletic training, health, physical education, kinesiology, or a related field and one year of professional experience in athletic training, physical therapy or a related field.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer from the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC). Valid First Aid and CPR certification issued by an authorized agency. Valid California driver’s license. Evidence of adequate insurance for motor vehicle which meets the California legal liability insurance requirement and continual insurance coverage throughout employment. The process will begin with the screening of qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in a written, oral, and/or practical examination process. Successful candidates will be sent forward for Final Interview.
Comments and Other Information
Any applicant who attempts to or makes contact with any member of the Board of Education or the Personnel Commission with the intent of attempt to favorably influence the recruitment, examination, and/or selection process in any way will be disqualified from candidacy.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
All regular employees who work a minimum of twenty (20) hours per week are entitled to the following fringe benefits (effective on the first of the month following employment). The District offers several options for Medical benefits—SISC Blue Shield, SISC Anthem Blue Cross and Kaiser; three Delta Dental plan options; and Vision Care--Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employee and dependents, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability and sick leave coverage for employee only. Classified employees are required to join the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) and as such contribute up to 8% of their monthly salary to PERS on a pre-tax basis.
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Employment with the Pajaro Valley Unified School District is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements, including Board of Trustee approval. As part of the selection process, all new employees are required to provide the following information: new employees must be fingerprinted (paid by the District); TB test (paid by the employee); social security card; picture identification; and authorization to work (I-9).
PAY DAYS: Permanent employees are paid on the last working day of each month.
PROBATION AND SALARY POLICY: Classified positions have a one hundred and thirty days (130) probationary period. New employees typically start on the first step. Any probationary or permanent employee will receive an annual step increment on July 1st following fiscal year. Additional step increases occur yearly thereafter until the sixth salary step is achieved. Employees who work less than twelve (12) months per year and/or eight (8) hours per day should calculate their pay rate on an hourly basis and/or refer to hourly rates on the Classified Salary schedule.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Comments and Other Information
Any applicant who attempts to or makes contact with any member of the Board of Education or the Personnel Commission with the intent of attempt to favorably influence the recruitment, examination, and/or selection process in any way will be disqualified from candidacy.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
All regular employees who work a minimum of twenty (20) hours per week are entitled to the following fringe benefits (effective on the first of the month following employment). The District offers several options for Medical benefits—SISC Blue Shield, SISC Anthem Blue Cross and Kaiser; three Delta Dental plan options; and Vision Care--Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employee and dependents, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability and sick leave coverage for employee only. Classified employees are required to join the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) and as such contribute up to 8% of their monthly salary to PERS on a pre-tax basis.
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Employment with the Pajaro Valley Unified School District is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements, including Board of Trustee approval. As part of the selection process, all new employees are required to provide the following information: new employees must be fingerprinted (paid by the District); TB test (paid by the employee); social security card; picture identification; and authorization to work (I-9).
PAY DAYS: Permanent employees are paid on the last working day of each month.
PROBATION AND SALARY POLICY: Classified positions have a one hundred and thirty days (130) probationary period. New employees typically start on the first step. Any probationary or permanent employee will receive an annual step increment on July 1st following fiscal year. Additional step increases occur yearly thereafter until the sixth salary step is achieved. Employees who work less than twelve (12) months per year and/or eight (8) hours per day should calculate their pay rate on an hourly basis and/or refer to hourly rates on the Classified Salary schedule.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Application Deadline
5/12/2023 12:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/10/2023
Contact
Mary Lou Masters
831-786-2100 X2648
831-786-2100 X2648
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$27.29- $36.56/Hour + Masters Stipend if applicable
Length of Work Year
8 HOURS/215 DAYS
Employment Type
Full Time