Hourly Student Employment - Athletic First Responders (AFR)

• Assist with the planning and implementation of staff training and development.
• Communicate updates with Sport Program Staff via Microsoft Teams and email.
• Evaluate, observe, and provide care to selected club sports during weekly practice and games.
• Develop one's knowledge, performance, and abilities through supervisor and self-reflection.
• Administer immediate first aid and CPR when necessary.
• Complete the Accident Report form in detail for all injuries requiring attention.
• Perform additional tasks assigned as business dictates.
• Provide feedback to injured persons and make recommendations on further care.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to handle potential injuries.
• Communicate with Athletic Training Staff when injuries occur.
• Know and implement the Emergency Action Plan procedures for each facility when the opportunity presents itself.
• Report to the activity site as assigned by When2Work with appropriate attire and equipment for each assigned activity including but not limited to club sport practice, club sport games/matches, and external reservations.
• Organize and inventory equipment in the first aid kits before and after each shift.
• Hold employees accountable for policies and expectations of the Club Sports Staff to provide feedback constructively and document any concerns regarding employee performance.
• Assist with water setup and breakdown for participants for club sport practices and games.
• Assist Athletic Trainers in the Athletic Training Room with office duties.
• Be able to track weather and decide when to suspend play regarding inclement weather.
• Check in with opposing teams on Smartsheet and ensure they have completed the waiver.
• Work with the Sports Programs Supervisor and Athletic Trainers when assigned to the event.

• Position is considered seasonal employment with varying hours dependent upon the calendar of activities.
• Reports to the Assistant Director of Athletic Training

• Valid driver's license and ability to operate all CRW Vehicles
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  CPR/AED/First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens (provided at training), and Head, Neck, Muscle, Bone and Joint Injuries and Splinting (provided at training) certification is required. HIPAA Compliance Training must be completed through Cornerstone once hired
• Effectively supervise and communicate with employees and participants
• Organizational and management skills as they relate to report writing and completion of appropriate paperwork
• A strong working knowledge and understanding of departmental policies and procedures
• Freshman or sophomores are preferred
• Interest in the medical field is preferred*
• Knowledge and desire to become an American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor is preferred*

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.