Assistant Director for Event Management and Administration

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Director for Event Management and Administration. This is a full-time (probationary and FLSA-exempt) position which includes full University benefits. The University of Iowa is an NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Big Ten Conference. The Department of Athletics manages 22 varsity sports programs and related events with a workforce of approximately 250 regular employees and 300 temporary employees. Athletics is a people-centric organization that operates under a “Win. Graduate. Do It Right.” philosophy. For more information regarding Athletics, please click here.

Responsibilities: The Assistant Director of Event Management & Administration plays a pivotal role in delivering exceptional athletic experiences at the University of Iowa. The position is responsible for planning, coordination, and execution of event operations for Volleyball, Women’s Wrestling, Tennis, and Men’s and Women’s Golf. In addition, the role oversees customer service initiatives for football gameday operations, ensuring a welcoming and efficient environment for fans and stakeholders.

The position also serves as the primary liaison with the Fan’s First class in the Sport & Recreation Department, fostering collaborative engagement between the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The Assistant Director also provides critical administrative support to executive leadership, including management of parking logistics, facilitation of the Student-Athlete Code of Conduct processes, and other departmental functions that uphold the integrity and operational excellence of Iowa Athletics. 

Benefits Highlights: Excellent fringe benefit package including paid vacation and sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. The University of Iowa is a Big Ten, nationally ranked research university with 30,000 students located in Iowa City. A vibrant community boasting excellent public schools, safe, comfortable neighborhoods, affordable housing, a highly educated population, and numerous cultural, recreational, and sporting opportunities and events contribute to the Iowa City area frequently appearing high on the best-places-to-live listings. Go to “Working at Iowa” to learn more.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience;  
   
• Minimum of one year of experience in an athletics operations role, displaying superior attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and ability to be proactive;
• Experience in event planning, coordination and execution;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to complete multiple projects and meet deadlines simultaneously;
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
• Working knowledge of and ability to demonstrate strong customer service orientation and ability to establish and maintain productive, long-term relationships with staff, vendors, donors and patrons;
• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships; 

• Must be proficient in basic office support software, such as Microsoft Word and Excel. 
   

  Desired qualifications: 

   

   

• Experience working within an intercollegiate athletics department in a related unit (e.g. event management, facilities, ticket office, external