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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Athletic Trainer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Athletic Trainer, you need a solid background in injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in athletic training and Board of Certification (BOC) credentialing. Familiarity with modalities such as therapeutic ultrasound, rehabilitation equipment, and electronic medical record systems is common in the role. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and the ability to stay calm under pressure help Athletic Trainers build trust with athletes and collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring athlete safety, promoting recovery, and maintaining peak performance in demanding environments.

What are some common challenges Athletic Trainers face when working with multiple sports teams throughout a season?

Athletic Trainers often need to balance the demands of multiple teams, which can lead to long hours, overlapping schedules, and the need to quickly adapt to different sports' injury profiles and coaching styles. Effective communication and organization are key, as trainers must coordinate with coaches, athletes, and medical professionals to provide timely care and manage rehabilitation plans. Building rapport with a diverse group of athletes while remaining proactive in injury prevention and education can be challenging but is essential for success.

What are athletic trainers?

Athletic trainers are healthcare professionals who specialize in preventing, diagnosing, and treating muscle and bone injuries and illnesses. They work with athletes and physically active individuals to help them recover from injuries and improve their physical performance. Athletic trainers often work in schools, colleges, professional sports teams, clinics, and hospitals. They collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to develop and implement rehabilitation programs for injured patients.

What is the difference between Athletic Trainer vs Physical Therapist?

AspectAthletic TrainerPhysical Therapist
CredentialsCertification (ATC), often a master's degreeDoctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), licensure required
Work EnvironmentSports teams, schools, clinics, hospitalsRehabilitation clinics, hospitals, outpatient centers
Employer & IndustrySports organizations, educational institutions, healthcareHealthcare facilities, outpatient clinics, hospitals

Both Athletic Trainers and Physical Therapists work in healthcare settings and require advanced certifications. Athletic Trainers primarily focus on injury prevention, immediate care, and rehabilitation in sports and active populations, while Physical Therapists provide comprehensive rehabilitation and treatment for a broader range of injuries and conditions. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right professional for specific health needs.

Do workers at Northern Arizona University get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
47% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Does Northern Arizona University pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
62% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 67% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 25% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers at Northern Arizona University worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
67% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do Northern Arizona University workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
100% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it for Northern Arizona University workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
90% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Northern Arizona University?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
88% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do Northern Arizona University managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
81% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers at Northern Arizona University do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
36% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Northern Arizona University?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
89% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Is a Northern Arizona University job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
88% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Northern Arizona University feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
81% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Northern Arizona University get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
79% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Northern Arizona University?

Some people feel stressed out here.
59% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Northern Arizona University enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
74% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at Northern Arizona University recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
55% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Northern Arizona University?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
48% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Northern Arizona University?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 68% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people think Northern Arizona University’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
67% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Northern Arizona University is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
46% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
What are the most popular categories at Northern Arizona University?
Infographic showing various Athletic Trainer job openings at Northern Arizona University in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.
Contracts Analyst, Senior

Contracts Analyst, Senior

Northern Arizona University

Flagstaff, AZ • On-site

$58.88K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Northern Arizona University rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

423rd of 528 rated colleges and universities


Job description

Special Information
  • This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at an NAU site, campus, or facility with or without accommodation. Opportunities for remote work are rare.
  • Driving a vehicle on behalf of the university is anticipated to be a regular part of this position. Arizona Administrative Code Fleet Safety Policy requires all employees who drive on university business become authorized by submitting Driver’s license information for driving record monitoring, and completion of training appropriate to the level of driving performed. The law applies to all faculty, staff, and students who drive personal or university-owned motorized vehicles for any business purpose. More information on the NAU Authorized Driver Policy can be found on the NAU website.

About the Department/College

The Contracts, Purchasing and Risk Management department is a team of high performing professionals that provide excellent service, innovative solutions, and expertise in procurement, contracting, materials management, and risk management.


About the Position

Northern Arizona University's Contracts, Purchasing and Risk Management Department is now hiring one (1) Contracts Analyst, Senior.
This position oversees, manages, negotiates, prepares and reviews a variety of contract types and analyzes the terms and conditions, risk and appropriateness, to ensure each contract adheres to state and federal laws, rules, and regulations; and university and Arizona Board of Regents policies, procedures, and needs.

Responsibilities Include

60% - Contract Negotiation

  • Interprets contract provisions, stipulations, obligations, and liabilities.
  • Reviews contractual terms and conditions to ensure compliance with Arizona Board of Regents, university policy, and federal and state laws and regulations.

20% - Contract Management

  • Oversees requests, records, and initiates paperwork; prepares addenda, provides follow-up, and obtains approval for contract changes.
  • Corresponds with contractors and departmental representatives regarding contract issues, status or negotiation. 

10% - Records Management

  • Evaluates and monitors contractor performance to determine the necessity for amendments or extensions of contracts, and compliance to contractual obligations.
  • Assesses contractor service value and product/service reliability relative to cost; plans, organizes, and coordinates acquisition alternative, as appropriate. 

5% - Reports Administration

  • Manages complex reports as required for audit and administrative purposes. 

5% - Other

  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience.

*A combination of related education, experience, and training may be used as an equivalent to the above Minimum Qualifications.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience negotiating technology contracts.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

  • Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and Arizona Board of Regents and University policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards, policies and procedures applicable to university contracts.

Skills

  • Preparation and analysis of complex contract terms and risk.
  • Records maintenance.
  • Develops and maintains good working relationships.
  • Organizational skills and strong attention to detail.  
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). 
  • Coordination of activities, evaluating data, and establishing priorities.

Abilities

  • Balances competing priorities.
  • Analyzes, negotiates, writes, and rewrites contracts.
  • Communicates effectively. 

Compensation
  • Budgeted salary is $58,882.00. 

Pre-Employment Check

Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Also, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.

This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements.


Notice of Availability of the Annual Fire and Security Report

Each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.


Immigration Support/Sponsorship

Northern Arizona University will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.


Submit your Application

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by midnight of the application deadline.
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.


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