Employment Opportunities

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Northern Illinois University, member of the Mid-American Conference and sponsor of 17 Division I sports, is seeking applications for a full-time, 12 month position of Assistant Athletic Trainer. The successful candidate will be a member of a team of health professionals within Intercollegiate Athletics charged with prevention of athletic injuries and care for approximately 400 student-athletes with specific sport and travel assignment to be determined.

Primary responsibilities include general healthcare assistance to all intercollegiate student-athletes (including evaluations, referrals, treatments, rehabilitations and record keeping); specific sport team coverage (including travel, nights, weekends and holiday work schedules); administrative responsibilities as assigned; possible approved clinical instructor (ACI) status; and other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree;
  • NATA Certification;
  • Illinois License eligible (must be Illinois licensed prior to start of employment);
  • Minimum of two academic years experience as a certified athletic trainer, some of which must be in a school or clinic setting;
  • Working knowledge of and adherence to applicable NCAA rules and regulations;
  • Ability to communicate with and relate to student-athletes, coaches and support staff;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to use relevant computer software.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree;
  • Postgraduate athletic training experience at the university or college level;
  • Experience with NCAA Division I student-athletes highly desirable.

Application Information:
Applicants must email, mail or fax the following which addresses each of the qualifications listed above:

  • Letter of application;
  • Resume of professional accomplishments and experiences;
  • Names with contact information of three current professional references.

Applications must be complete, and received no later than 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27, 2013. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Send (e-mail preferred) application materials to:
Sheila Berg
Director of Personnel, Intercollegiate Athletics
Northern Illinois University
Suite 200 Convocation Center
DeKalb, IL 60115-2854
EMAIL: sberg@niu.edu
FAX: 815-753-9355

AA/EEO statement
In compliance with the Illinois Campus Security Act, before an offer of employment is made, the university will conduct a pre- employment background investigation, which includes a criminal background check.In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. NIU recognizes Dual Career issues.


GRADUATE ASSISTANT - Director of Volleyball Operations, Women's Volleyball

Northern Illinois University is accepting applications for the position of Graduate Assistant - Director of Volleyball Operations. This is a 10 month position from August to May. This person will assist with team travel, equipment, video exchange, summer camps, scheduling, alumni relations, and provide overall office assistance to the head and assistant coaches. There will also be day-to-day operations including acting as a liaison to various University departments including, but not limited to, media relations, marketing, athletic business office, compliance, academic support services, and transportation.

In addition, this person should be a quick learner and have the ability to become self-sufficient and proactive in the workplace.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in hand, and admittance into NIU's Graduate School. Organization and the ability to communicate through oral, written and electronic forms are skills necessary to be successful in this position. Volleyball experience as an athlete, manager, or coach.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Successful competitive experience in volleyball on the university or college level. Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations.

APPLICATION: For consideration, e-mail (preferred) or fax a letter of application and a resume with a list of three professional references to: Sheila Berg, Director of Personnel, Northern Illinois University, Intercollegiate Athletics, 200 Convocation Center, DeKalb, IL 60115, e-mail: sberg@niu.edu, fax: (815) 753-9355. Applications will be taken until position is filled. AA/EEO Institution. Pre-employment criminal background investigation required.


GRADUATE ASSISTANT - VIDEO, WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Northern Illinois University is accepting applications for the position of Graduate Assistant Coach for Women's Basketball. This is a 12 month position. This person will assist/ handle video, filming, editing, alumni relations, and have knowledge of the NCAA rules, as well as conference and university and conduct the program within the regulations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in hand, and admittance into a Graduate School program of study. Possess the ability to demonstrate basketball skills, game and training strategies, as well as the ability to communicate with and relate well to the female athlete. To also have the ability to effectively communicate through oral, written and electronic forms.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Successful competitive experience in basketball on the university or college level.

APPLICATION: For consideration, e-mail (preferred) or fax a letter of application and a resume with a list of three professional references to: Sheila Berg, Director of Personnel, Northern Illinois University, Intercollegiate Athletics, 200 Convocation Center, DeKalb, IL 60115, e-mail: sberg@niu.edu, fax: (815) 753-9355. Applications will be taken until position is filled. AA/EEO Institution. Pre-employment criminal background investigation required.


GRADUATE ASSISTANT - ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS

Northern Illinois University is accepting applications for the position of Graduate Assistant in Athletic Equipment Operations. This is a 10 month position. From August 1st - May 31st. This person will work closely with the Football Equipment Specialist helping with the football program in the fall. During the winter and spring this person will work with the Huskie Stadium Equipment Manager helping with assigned sports, such as baseball, softball, wrestling, gymnastics and men's and women's tennis.

The assistantship is designed to provide opportunity for a post-bachelor individual to gain a diverse level of hands-on experience in all facets of an athletic equipment operation, including but not limited to laundering, purchasing, ordering, equipment repair, and the daily operation of a Division I athletic equipment operation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors Degree in hand, and admittance into a NIU Graduate School program of study
  • Hard working and highly self motivated
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to communicate through oral, written and electronic forms with coaches, administration and vendors
  • General knowledge of the day to day expectations for a Division I equipment operation.
  • Ability to make decisions and work independently
  • Willingness to take ownership in any assigned task.

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience as a student manager or working in an athletic department
  • AEMA certified or working towards certification
  • Experience working with a football program and general knowledge of how to properly fit football equipment
  • Experience working with Coach Comm headset systems

APPLICATION: For consideration, e-mail (preferred) or fax a letter of application (ie cover letter) and a resume with a list of three professional references to: Send (e-mail preferred) application materials to:
Sheila Berg
Director of Personnel, Intercollegiate Athletics
Northern Illinois University
Suite 200 Convocation Center
DeKalb, IL 60115-2854
EMAIL: sberg@niu.edu
FAX: 815-753-9355

AA/EEO statement
In compliance with the Illinois Campus Security Act, before an offer of employment is made, the university will conduct a pre-employment background investigation, which includes a criminal background check.In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. NIU recognizes Dual Career issues.


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