Director of Operations - Wrestling

Responsibilities: Manages all operations of the wrestling office including operating budget, equipment, team travel, NCAA compliance and recruiting related matters; assists with the development of student-athletes; hires team managers; and manages external relations, alumni and fundraising efforts.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus at least two years of combined experience in collegiate wrestling, athletic department administrative experience, and/or collegiate wrestling competition experience required. Division I or II experience preferred. Student experience will be considered. Frequent evening and weekend work and travel will be necessary. Must abide by the rules of the NCAA, the Big XII, and the University of Northern Iowa.

Application Instructions: All application materials received by July 7, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.

UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

The University offers an excellent benefits package including a vacation plan, employer sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, and life and disability insurance. Benefits package details can be viewed at https://careers.uni.edu/benefits. Application materials received by 7/7/2025 will be given first consideration. For more information or to apply, visit https://careers.uni.edu/. Criminal and other relevant background checks required. UNI is a tobacco free campus.