Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine

Position Number: 40035945

Payroll Title: ATH TRAINING SUPV 2

Job Code: 009459

Job Open Date: 06/16/2026

Application Review Begins: 07/02/2026

Department Code (Name): ATHL (ATHLETICS)

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code (Name): 99

Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career

FLSA Status: Exempt

Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS

Salary Grade: Grade 22

Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $100,000 to $120,000/year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $79,200 to $143,400/year.

Work Location: Intercollegiate Athletics - 1001

Working Days and Hours: Monday - Sunday, as needed

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: N/A

Special Instructions:

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement:

UC Santa Barbara is located on the Pacific Ocean, ranks among the top-10 public universities in the nation and is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. The UCSB Athletics Department includes 20 intercollegiate sports teams and 450 student-athletes that compete for championships in the Big West Conference and at the NCAA Division 1 level. The Gauchos have won a record 10 Big West Conference Commissioner's Cups representing the league's all-sports champion.

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Brief Summary of Job Duties:

Provides strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of the Harry Callihan Athletic Training Room, including supervision and development of athletic training personnel and administration of daily operations. Responsible for managing the Sports Medicine budget, coordinating comprehensive healthcare services for student-athletes, and serving as the primary liaison between athletics, team physicians, healthcare providers, and community medical partners. Oversees injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, medical documentation, and the maintenance of athletic training facilities and equipment. Establishes and implements departmental policies, procedures, and best practices to support student-athlete health, safety, and performance. Ensures compliance with all NCAA, conference, university, healthcare, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence in student-athlete care.

Qualifications:

• Strong skills necessary to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of campus procurement functions and requirements relating to athletic training room equipment and supplies.
• Strong ability to work in a highly collaborative manner with coaches, student athletes, team physician, medical specialists, faculty, staff and others as appropriate.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive matter involving athletic injuries and treatments.
• Strong ability to analyze problems and determine solutions.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Athlete Documentation (Awareness proficiency)
• Sports injury prevention curriculum (Independent proficiency)

• Computer skills in programs relevant to job duties.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in related area
• Master's Degree in related area or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4-6 years Athletic Training experience
• Professional Certification
• BOCATC Certification
• CPR/AED Certification
• First Aid Certification

• BLS

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-3 years prior supervisory experience

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse
• UCSB Campus Security Authority under Clery Act
• Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Satisfactory criminal history background check
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Job Functions and Percentages of Time:

• 45% Direct and Supervise the Athletic Training Program - Administer and develop the policies, procedures, and daily operations of the Harry Callihan Athletic Training Room. Oversee athletic training room scheduling and coverage for practices, and competitions. Manage the procurement and inventory of medical supplies and equipment, authorize purchases, and ensure the maintenance and functionality of all athletic training, rehabilitation, and therapeutic equipment.
• 45% Prevention, Recognition, Treatment - Travel with assigned teams to practices, competitions, and other Athletics-related events as needed. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Athletic Director. Maintain a high standard of professionalism and ethical conduct while representing UCSB Athletics. Maintain all required professional certifications and licenses, including completion of continuing education requirements necessary to remain in good standing and stay current on industry best practices and emerging trends in sports medicine. Represent UCSB Athletics through educational presentations, workshops, and outreach opportunities for campus and community groups as appropriate.
• 10% Other - Travel with assigned teams to practices, competitions, and other Athletics-related events as needed. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Athletic Director. Maintain a high standard of professionalism and ethical conduct while representing UCSB Athletics. Maintain all required professional certifications and licenses, including completion of continuing education requirements necessary to remain in good standing and stay current on industry best practices and emerging trends in sports medicine. Represent UCSB Athletics through educational presentations, workshops, and outreach opportunities for campus and community groups as appropriate.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.
As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations - https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy

*Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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