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Athletic Trainer NF4

U.S. Marine Corps

Norfolk County, VAFull-time$76–86K/yrPosted today

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Compensation
$76–86K/yr
Location
Norfolk County, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Athletic Trainer CertificationOPNAVINST/MCO 6400.2 Credentialing

Job overview

The Athletic Trainer supports the Marine Corps Semper Fit WARR program by providing injury prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, reconditioning, and recovery services to active-duty personnel, family members, and other authorized installation users. The role also supports physical training and sports activities, provides education and emergency care, documents clinical services, and coordinates with medical, fitness, and professional organizations under clinical oversight.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Injury PreventionClinical EvaluationInjury DiagnosisImmediate CareInjury TreatmentReconditioningAnatomyPhysiologyBiomechanicsKinesiologyTherapeutic ConceptsRehabilitation MethodsEmergency CareInjury AssessmentMedical History TakingFirst AidReferral ManagementMarine Corps Readiness PoliciesInterpersonal SkillsStrength and Conditioning

Qualifications

One Year Relevant ExperienceSCCC or CSCS CertificationAthletic Trainer CertificationOPNAVINST/MCO 6400.2 CredentialingANACI/Tier 3 Eligibility

Full job description

Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Duties

INTRODUCTION This Athletic Trainer supports the Semper Fit WARR program by improving Total Force readiness and reducing musculoskeletal injuries (MSKIs). The position provides athletic training services to active-duty personnel, family members, and other authorized installation users in support of Marine Corps Total Fitness (MCTF). MAJOR DUTIES Develops and delivers evidence-based injury prevention, assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, reconditioning, and recovery services under established professional standards and clinical oversight. Provides emergency first aid, initial examinations, preliminary injury assessments, and referrals when physician guidance or additional medical care is required. Supports physical training, strength and conditioning, field exercises, installation sports, All-Marine sports, and related camps or events; travel may be required. Educates service members, staff, and the installation community on MSKI prevention, emergency care, recovery, and safe physical performance. Documents assessments, treatment, follow-up care, diagnoses, contributing factors, and outcomes in accordance with Branch Medical Clinic directives. Provides physician-referred clinical treatment to adult family members. Advises supervisors on injury management, sports medicine, environmental risks, and program measures of effectiveness and performance. Coordinates with military, medical, fitness, and professional organizations to align MCTF and WARR methods with mission requirements. Maintains supplies, equipment, and sanitary treatment areas. Protects proprietary, privileged, and confidential information in accordance with the Privacy Act, HIPAA, and DoD requirements, immediately reporting unauthorized disclosures. May participate in advisory boards, working groups, and collaborations supporting prevention and human performance initiatives. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements

EVALUATIONS: Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS At least one year of relevant experience in prevention, clinical evaluation and diagnosis, immediate care, treatment, reconditioning, administration, and professional responsibility. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, therapeutic concepts, rehabilitation methods, and emergency care. Ability to evaluate injuries and illnesses, obtain medical histories, provide first aid, manage referrals, and recognize when physician involvement is required. Knowledge of Marine Corps physical-performance and operational-readiness policies. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to serve a diverse military population. Strength and conditioning certification through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches Association (SCCC) or National Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCS) is preferred. Collegiate or high school athletic experience is preferred. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Must meet OPNAVINST/MCO 6400.2 credentialing requirements and maintain athletic trainer certification through the National Athletic Trainers¿ Association Board of Certification. This position has been designated as a position of trust. The incumbent must be eligible for an Access National Agency Check and Inquiries (ANACI/ Tier 3) background investigation. Appointment and continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of the security investigation.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official. Benefits

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to: • Stability of Federal Civilian Service • People with passion for doing work that matters • Quality of Work Life Balance • Competitive Pay • Comprehensive Benefit Packages • Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges Other Information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Site/Pages/No-Fear-Act.aspx As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made. Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS. Required Documents: *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable. *If prior military, DD214 Member Copy *Resume that does not exceed 2 pages **IMPORTANT: To align with the Merit Hiring Plan, Federal Agencies will not accept resumes that exceed two pages. Accordingly, the NAF HRO will only consider resumes that are two pages or fewer. Resumes exceeding this limit will not be referred and will be deemed ineligible for consideration. This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce. Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card. INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION. ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

How this job compares

Set against the 702 open Athletic Trainer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$76–86K/yr
  • US median$56–72K/yr105 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $81K, is 22% above the US median midpoint ($66K) — in the top quarter of Athletic Trainer salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 20 open Athletic Trainer jobs in Virginia and 702 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Athletic Trainer postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (246 postings).
Education
452 of the 702 open Athletic Trainer jobs (64%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 5, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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