Job Title: Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine (Full-Time, 12-Month Appointment, Salary ($60,000-$70,000) Department: Athletics Reports To: Director of Athletics Location: Blackburn College – Carlinville, IL
Position Overview: The Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine plays a critical role in fostering a safe, healthy, and high-performing environment for student-athletes. This position collaborates closely with coaches, athletic staff, healthcare providers, and campus partners to ensure comprehensive holistic care, injury prevention, and effective treatment. The role also serves as a key resource for addressing student-athlete health needs that extend beyond the scope of athletic training. The Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine plays an important role in shaping the direction of the department by contributing to major decisions, informing long-range planning, and helping develop and execute the strategic vision for Blackburn Athletics.
Key Responsibilities: • Provide leadership and strategic direction for all Sports Medicine and Athletic Training operations. • Administers and oversees the care, prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to all student-athletes • Oversee insurance coverage, professional and student staffing, budgeting, and compliance with NCAA guidelines • Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices related to studentathlete health and safety • Oversee athletic training staff and student workers. • Maintain regular communication with coaches and staff to support student-athlete well-being • Develops and maintains emergency action plans for all practice and competition venues in accordance with College risk management guidelines and state regulations. • Develops and maintains all department guidelines, policy and procedure in accordance with NCAA best practices. • Coordinates the purchasing and use of all equipment and supplies needed for the operation of the athletic training facility. • Responsible for supporting the holistic development of student-athletes, with a focus on physical and mental wellness and academic success. • Will serve as part of the Athletic Department leadership team and on key committees across campus.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Athletic Training or a related field
• Minimum of three-five (3-5) years of experience in athletic training
• Certified by the National Athletic Training Association - Board of Certification. Eligible for Illinois Licensure.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders, including student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and healthcare providers
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with electronic medical records and relevant technologies
• Working knowledge of NCAA regulations, including concussion protocols
To Apply: Blackburn College features a robust benefits package. For additional information, please visit https://blackburn.edu/about/administrative-offices/human-resources/ and click on the Employee Benefits Summary Tab. Blackburn College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to build an inclusive community that can engage the interests of a diverse population. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and those with disabilities. Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter including a diversity statement describing what diversity means to you and why it is important, the names/addresses/phone numbers of three current, and professional references to: Human Resources, Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Ludlum 110, Carlinville, IL 62626 or email hr@blackburn.edu. Employment-based immigration sponsorship is not offered for this position. Phone calls or walk-ins not accepted. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled.
Blackburn College is a small, fully accredited 4-year liberal arts college. We are renowned for our student-managed work program and are located in Carlinville, Illinois.
One of only ten federally recognized Work Colleges, Blackburn is the only Work Program in the nation managed by students. Balancing academic rigor and experiential learning, each student at Blackburn gains tangible experience and develops critical skills by contributing to their community, all while building a resume and earning their degree. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Blackburn College as one of the best colleges in the Midwest region for 2025 and also earned rankings as a best-value school and a top performer for social mobility. The Washington Monthly ranked Blackburn as second overall among baccalaureate colleges in Illinois and first in Pell Grant student performance in 2024.
Blackburn College is located in Carlinville, Illinois, a small rural community between Springfield, IL and St. Louis, MO and the college enjoys a very positive relationship with the community. Carlinville has been called one of the “Best Small Towns in America.” and is also the seat of Macoupin County, home to the maj...estic Macoupin County Courthouse. Carlinville offers a slice of small-town Americana, with brick streets around the town square, many parks, and historical homes and buildings, while being within an easy drive of the urban center of St. Louis, Missouri.
