Head Athletic Trainer

The United Soccer League (USL) is shaping the future of soccer in America. We are the nation’s largest and fastest-growing professional soccer organization, bringing the world’s game to more and more communities across the United States and Canada.

Based in Tampa, Fla., the USL oversees multiple professional and elite pre-professional leagues, including the USL Championship, USL Super League, USL League One, USL League Two, USL W League, USL Academy, and Super Y League.

We are authentic to the spirit of the game, honoring the dedication of the players, the passion of the supporters, and the culture of the clubs.

We believe in the power of soccer to unite people, provide unique life experiences, and have a meaningful impact in local communities.

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Overview of Brooklyn Football Club Brooklyn FC is defining the future of soccer in America. In 2024, Brooklyn will begin play in the inaugural season of the USL Super League team and in 2025 will launch a USL Championship team.

Along with USL Academy teams. We represent the 77 neighborhoods in the Brooklyn borough and are dedicated to uplifting our community through our global sport.

Our club is devoted to building relationships while creating a disruptive brand that allows us reach beyond Brooklyn. A club that our supporters are proud to endorse and represent.

Job Title : Head Athletic Trainer

Job Type : Full time

Salary : $60,000

Job Overview :

The Head Athletic Trainer will lead the medical coverage for of Brooklyn FC’s Super League team. In this role, you will be an integral part of the Brooklyn FC's short and long-term visions, and will be able to effectively promote health strategies and injury prevention alongside the Head of Performance.

Responsibilities : Administration :

Administration :

• Create and submit injury reports
• Electronically document accurate first report of injury, physician diagnosis, player assessments, player treatments, and return to play dates
• Provide a written daily injury report, rehabilitation progress, treatment schedule, etc. to the appropriate parties in a timely manner
• Complete the necessary league and organizational paperwork when required. This includes liability-protecting waivers for all players, trialists, tryouts, etc.
• Liaise with club and league officials and Maimonides Park staff, on match day logistics and compliance under USL Super League standards
• Provides daily injury reports, and reports status and progress of injured athletes to team physicians and coaches

Training and Match Day :

• Work all Brooklyn FC Super League games, including before and after all activities to prepare and assess athletes for activity
• Daily supervision and coverage of all Brooklyn FC training sessions
• Collaborate with the Head of Performance to determine availability parameters for players and communicate recommendations to technical staff
• Oversee preparation for the game (field prep, player prep, etc.)
• Provide pre-game treatment and preparation to players
• Provide post-game injury report to all appropriate parties in a timely manner
• Evaluate and develop plans of care for all injuries that occur on game day
• Daily supervision and coverage of all Brooklyn FC training sessions

Required and Desired Qualifications

• New York State licensure in Athletic Training
• Athletic Trainer Certification through the Board of Certification
• Current professional CPR certification
• Possess personal professional liability insurance
• Minimum four (4) year college / university bachelor’s degree
• Minimum four (4) years’ experience in a sports environment, preferably with professional sports team
• Master’s Degree in related health care field
• Driver’s license or the ability to obtain one
• Availability to travel to all away games
• Availability to non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays

Desired Skills :

• Ability to strive in a collaborative, team-driven, environment
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and team leadership skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to exercise tasks, discretion, and sound judgment
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Bilingual with English and Spanish or French as their spoken and written languages
• Driver’s license or ability to obtain one

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.