SAIT’s Athletic and Recreation department is a valuable part of the SAIT experience — and we are proud to support Trojans players in sports from hockey to golf. SAIT Recreation's programs and facilities are designed to support active and healthy lifestyles for our students, staff, alumni and members of the public.

The Opportunity

The Certified Athletic Therapist will provide medical coverage at Trojans game days and additional coverage in the Athletic Therapy clinic, when needed. This will ensure the safety of the student athletes, staff and spectators.

The Role

• • Key responsibilities and major duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Act as a Leader, Instructor, Guide, Senior Advisor and Key Point of Contact
  • Teach classes that are tailored to all fitness levels:
  • Certified Group Cycling Instructor
  • Certified TRX and Kettlebell Instructor
  • Certified BARRE Instructor
  • Certified Yoga/Tai Chi/Zumba Instructor
  • Certified Squash/Racquetball/Table Tennis Instructor
  • Certified Team Sport Fitness/Lifting/Power Lead or Coach
  • Other activities deemed trendy or emergent type of Instructor
  • Key point of contact for program deliverables, safety, or officiating:
  • Intermural Referee or Drop-in Sport Attendant
  • Certified Sport Referee
  • Skating Instructor
  • Certified Sport Skills Coach
  • Key point of contact for emergency response, injury assessment, or return to play decision making:
  • Certified Athletic Therapist
  • Taping Room, First Aid and CPR provider/coverage
  • Environmental Preparedness and Transition
  • Prepare for and update class curriculum, content and quality control
  • Prepare and maintain equipment and class/program space
  • Complete any game sheets, attendance list or access controls
  • Program clean-up, inventory return, equipment room stocking
  • Progress Reporting, Assessment and Adaptation
  • Evaluate participant needs and provide adaptations as needed
  • Complete post event reports and evidence of impact as needed
  • Follow-up and engage with clients as required
  • Submit required documentation and compliance related formalities in a timely fashion
  • Health, Safety and Environment
  • Ensure safety of participants
  • Address all Sport Safety, Respect in Sport, Respect in the Workplace and any potential vulnerable sector or power imbalance concerns
  • Follow Campus Center HSE regulations and expectations
  • De-escalate unwanted behaviour, mediate concerns and initial interactions
  • Intervene and observe program behaviours, actions and reactions

Qualifications & Experience Required

• • Must be a Certified Instructor, Certified Official, and/or Certified Athletic Therapist (CAT) with the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association.
  • AFLCA Fitness Instructor certification(s), AFLCA Cycling designation, TRX and/or Kettlebell certification, or Barre certification is required.
  • Certification of the following is required: Hockey Canada Officials I, Basketball Canada Officials I, Volleyball Canada Officials I, Soccer Canada Officials I
  • Must have valid CPR Level C and Standard First Aid certification.
  • Participant related experience is required.
  • Must be currently enrolled in an Internship program.

Qualifications & Experience Preferred

• • Advanced certification, a diploma or degree in Kinesiology is preferred.
  • 1-2 years of personal coaching, instructing or officiating is an asset.
  • Respect in Sport or equivalent and any Sport Officiating Level II certification is preferred.

Skills Required

• • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Energetic and outgoing with the ability to motivate others
  • Advocate for active living and engagement through participation
  • Passion for competition and personal growth
  • Punctual and prepared

Job classification: A9000 - Pooled Wage Position

Hourly rate: $30.00

# of positions: 2

Position End Date: August 31, 2026

Posting closing date: Until positions are filled

About SAIT

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.

Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.

Community and Belonging is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.

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