Head Athletic Trainer, Adams State University

Job overview

The Head Athletic Trainer role is onsite in Alamosa, CO, with a variable schedule tied to the athletics calendar and approximately 35 hours per week expected through May 2027. Compensation is $46–$60 per hour, commensurate with experience. The role supports Adams State University’s sports medicine program and student-athletes. The trainer provides injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services while managing the Athletic Training Room. The position contributes to athlete health and safe participation through coordination with physicians, event safety planning, and accurate records.

What you'll do

• Maintain the sports medicine program, including injury prevention, evaluation, concussion management, treatment, and rehabilitation
• attend scheduled practices and home and away competitions as necessary
• coordinate with the team physician on physical examinations and referrals
• manage the Athletic Training Room, inventory, and budget items
• assist with event safety and emergency action planning
• maintain records using Healthy Roster.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

head athletic trainer

athletic training

sports medicine

injury prevention

rehabilitation

alamosa co

adams state university

go4

$46–$60/hour

variable athletics schedule

travel position

new graduates welcome

relocation stipend

ceu subscription

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Relocation stipend, annual CEU subscription, professional liability insurance reimbursement, license renewal reimbursement, and in-state tuition for DAT or master’s programs at Indiana State University.

Why this role

The posting welcomes new graduates and applicants without a Colorado license, with assistance for license fees and relocation if hired; it identifies the position as a travel athletic trainer role.

About the employer

Go4 is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.