Job Description

Peru State has a staff of four full-time athletic trainers and sponsors 13 sports with approximately 400 athletes. We have three full service athletic training facilities on campus. The College is currently investing $20 million dollars in new recreational and athletic facilities. This is a 12-month position. Sport assignment will be based on department needs and discussed during interview, likely to be volleyball and cheerleading.


This position will provide preventative care, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Assist with the daily operation of the athletic training facility, including assisting with inventory, budget, and purchasing. Coverage of scheduled practices and games with post-season travel. Communication with coaches for assigned teams. Appropriate documentation of injuries, rehabilitation and doctor visits. Supervise intern athletic training students and student workers as necessary. Other duties as assigned by the head athletic trainer.


Position will require night and weekend hours. Ability to work in extreme hot or cold; bend, crouch and climb; assist in safe lifting in excess of 75 pounds; and, sufficient strength to perform assigned tasks.

Required Qualifications:

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Required Education: Bachelor's degree in athletic training or related field.


BOC certification is required for employment however, applicants who are BOC certification eligible will be considered. Nebraska athletic training license or eligible to apply


Type of Required Experience:


Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to work effectively with campus community.


Position is exempt with regard to FLSA overtime provisions. This position is covered by the NSCPA bargaining unit.


Required License/Certification:


Valid Driver's license is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

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Preferred Education: Master's degree


Type of Preferred Experience:


Previous athletic training experience and knowledge of intercollegiate athletics in higher education strongly preferred.

About Us:

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PSC's "Campus of a Thousand Oaks," an arboretum campus, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state's first college, Peru State provides students of all backgrounds access to engaging educational experiences to strengthen and enrich communities, Nebraska and the world. PSC is a member institution of the Nebraska State College System. For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-800-742-4412.

Additional Information:

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Work authorization and/or visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Please submit the completed application and references.


This position is subject to veterans preference. Offers of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory results of a background check.

Compliance Requirements:

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Background Check


Driver's License


Information at a Glance

Req Id: 1570
Org Unit: Athletics PSC
Application Review Date: 10/31/25
Open Until Filled: Yes
Union: Nebraska State College Professional Association (NSCPA)
Job Location: Peru, NE 68421
Advertised Salary: $54,000-$58,773
Job Type: Full-Time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
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