The Student Leadership Committee (SLC) is seeking applications for one (1) Mentor.
The mission of the Student Leadership Committee (SLC), is to represent and advocate for students, create, and promote professional development opportunities, and encourage student engagement in the athletic training community.
Qualifications
· Certified or retired certified athletic trainer
· Have an NPI number
· Interest working with AT students
· Previous extensive leadership experiences with AT students
· Previous volunteer experience at the State, District and/or National level(s)
Interested candidates should provide their CV, NPI number and a statement of interest.
Upon appointment, the individual would immediately begin a shadowing process with the outgoing member.
The term will begin June 2027 with a year of shadowing a current mentor until June 2028. After that the position will be renewable annually for an additional three years, until June 2030.
Additional Scope of Work
1. Define and communicate clear goals for the committee and set a plan for achieving those goals.
2. Plan for and lead regular on-line meetings, conference calls and the annual in-person meeting in conjunction with the NATA Clinical Symposia and AT Expo and the Joint Committee Meeting, if applicable.
3. Communicate regularly with my members, board liaison and staff liaison.
4. Distribute agenda and support materials for all meetings at least two weeks in advance.
5. Lead the discussions at scheduled meetings, having read the agenda and all background support materials relevant to the meeting. Display and promote open communication and courteous conduct at all meetings.
6. Openly debate issues with respect and rapport without making personal attacks.
7. Promote what is best for the entire committee and for the profession, not my personal agenda.
8. Serve as the tie-breaking vote when the committee is divided in its decision.
9. Submit reports at least once annually for the board meeting, plus additional reports if requested, detailing committee activities including, but not limited to, progress on projects and board recommendations.
10. Participate in the annual Volunteer Experience survey and Committee Member Evaluation process.
11. Follow the timeline and procedure for the annual committee member appointment/renewal process.
12. Represent the NATA and my committee in a positive and supportive manner at all times.
13. Support in a positive manner all actions taken by the committee and association, even when I disagree with such actions.
14. Uphold the NATA Code of Ethics
15. Cultivate an inclusive and welcoming environment
16. Contribute towards providing programming, research and resources to support cultural competency and ensure athletic trainers are equipped with the knowledge and skills to better serve diverse populations.
17. Ensure that the values of diversity, equity, inclusion and access are embedded in continuing education, conferences, communications, and the work of the association.
18. Examine processes, policies, practices, communications, structures and barriers with an equity lens to promote authentic engagement, access, and inclusion of diverse individuals.
19. Increase transparency and accountability on diversity, equity, inclusion and access by sharing data and information about the committee’s journey and commitments.
20. Support and intentionally promote a diverse athletic training profession.
By accepting this position, you commit to fulfilling these responsibilities to the best of your ability and resign your position if you find you are no longer able to.
Conflict of Interest
NATA volunteers should avoid conflicts between their role and their professional interests. A conflict of interest includes any relationship or situation that could influence—or appear to influence—objective decision-making.
If a conflict exists, members must disclose it and refrain from related discussions and votes.
Specifically, to minimize conflicts, volunteers may not serve on boards, committees, or in officer roles with AT Alliance partners or other external athletic training or sports medicine organizations during their term (excluding state or district associations and state regulatory boards).
All applicants must submit a conflict of interest disclosure form and commitment to serve.
If a conflict arises during a term, it must be disclosed immediately. The NATA Board of Directors will review and determine appropriate next steps, which may include resignation or completion of the term. Exceptions are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Intellectual Property
Work and materials developed, created or written—as a committee, work group, or board member, or in any other volunteer capacity for NATA—shall be deemed work-for-hire under copyright, intellectual property, and other laws. NATA is granted sole and exclusive ownership of all such work. Committee members waive all claims and/or so-called “moral rights” to the work, and assign these rights to NATA.
Confidentiality
In connection with your participation, you will be required to agree to a confidentiality agreement as part of your service to the Association.
NATA and its committees, councils and commissions are committed to represent, engage and foster the continued growth and development of the athletic training profession and athletic trainers as unique health care providers. To advance the mission and promote unparalleled delivery of athletic training services amid ever-growing global and diverse populations, NATA and its committees, councils and commissions embrace diversity, equity, inclusion and access as a leadership imperative for our association. All NATA members are welcomed and encouraged to serve on the association’s committees, councils, commissions, etc., as diverse backgrounds, experiences and knowledge help advance the profession and work of NATA