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Iowa State University · 9 hours ago

Director of Football Operations

Ames, IA

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

Director/Executive

Iowa State University Athletics Department is seeking a Director of Football Operations to guide the operational heartbeat of their football program. This role involves overseeing daily operations, planning logistics, and ensuring effective communication across the football program to support coaches, staff, and student-athletes.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operations and internal communication of the football program

Plan and execute all travel logistics, including transportation, lodging, meals, and itineraries for home and away competitions

Assist with maintaining schedules and ensuring Teamworks is up to date for all football student-athletes and staff

Work with equipment and facilities staff to ensure practice, game, and meeting spaces are prepared and maintained

Serve as a liaison between the football program and other departments (equipment, nutrition, sports medicine, strength & conditioning)

Assist with official and unofficial visits

Assist with providing transition assistance for incoming student-athletes

Contribute to and enhance a competitive athletic experience

Establish and maintain effective interactions with students, colleagues, university staff, and administrators, alumni, media and the public

Adhere to University, Conference and NCAA policies, procedures, and regulations

Qualification

Football operational knowledgeAthletics administration experienceLogistics managementCommunication skillsDecision makingProblem solvingMulticulturalism commitmentOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree

Solid knowledge of the sport of football (post high school level)

Directly related experience in athletics administration, administrative support, coaching, or sports operations

Candidates require a high level of football operational knowledge and exceptional organizational, decision making, problem solving and communication skills

Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body

Position will work many non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends and requires the ability to travel overnight

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship