Assistant Director of Athletics IT

University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA

Posted Date: Mar 26, 2025

QUALIFICATION

  • Salary Expectation
    $45,540/yr
  • Years of Experience
    1+ Years
  • Work Type
    Full-time

ABOUT PROGRAM

About the Job
Job Description

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Director of Athletics IT. 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 Athletics IT will provide technical support, IT operations, and web development for UI Athletics units, and possibly spanning multiple domains. Core duties include designing, installing, and maintaining computer systems across Athletic departments, managing IT operations such as software updates, security patches, and hardware support, as well as tracking inventory for software and hardware. Additionally, this role involves training staff and coaches in PC and Mac environments and supporting game-day operations to ensure seamless technology functionality during events. The web development responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining secure web applications in collaboration with sports teams and departments, under the direction of the Athletics IT Director overseeing the development lifecycle to enhance Iowa Athletics’ digital presence. Strong problem-solving skills, adherence to UI/ITS policies, and effective communication with non-technical users are essential for success in this role.

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:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline or an equivalent combination of education and related experience in technical support;
  • Professional support experience (typically 1-3 years) using varied technology concepts relating to electronic file storage, desktop management, networked print services or other applicable technologies;
  • Experience supporting Windows and Apple personal computers and laptops;
  • Experience supporting printers, multi-function devices and personal mobile computing devices (smartphones, tablets, etc.);
  • Knowledge of and the ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple clear language appropriate to the audience;
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and troubleshoot computer systems and network performance for operational problems and make recommendations for corrective actions;
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical information, both orally and in writing, with other technical and non-technical staff, including peers, content providers, designers, workgroups, managers, and general customers
  • Knowledge of current web standards (for HTML, CSS, AJAX, CMS, etc.) and demonstrated skill employing these in creating standards-compliant web pages
  • Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships;
Department History

University of Iowa Business & Finance 2024–2025

Person Role

Anita Debo

Director, Business Development

Greg Davies

Associate Athletics Director/Chief Financial Officer

University of Iowa HR/IT 2024–2025

Person Role

Suzanne Hilleman

Senior Associate Athletics Director, Human Resources

Eddie Etsey

Associate Athletics Director, Technology & Data Analytics and Women's Tennis Administrator

Mark Vaske

Associate Director, Athletics IT

Wendy DeCora

Assistant Director, Web & Application Development

Tanner Erwin

Assistant Director, Human Resources

Paulin Boronbossou

Assistant Director, Athletics IT - IT Support Consultant

University of Iowa Equipment 2024–2025

Person Role

Kevin Foor

Director, Equipment Operations

Dan Hubbard

Assistant Equipment Manager - Football/Jacobsen Building

University of Iowa Event Management/Game Day Operations 2024–2025

Person Role

Elizabeth Hollmer

Director, Events

Marcus Wilson

Executive Senior Associate Athletics Director, Sport Operations & Event Management

Josh Berka

Assistant Athletics Director, Event Management & Sports Camps

Shawn Koenigsberg

Associate Director, Event Management

Michael Patterson

Associate Director, Facilities & Event Operations

Lindsay Supple

Assistant Director of Events

Mindy Redlinger

Assistant Director for Event Mgmt & Administration

University of Iowa Facilities 2024–2025

Person Role

Damian Simcox

Associate Athletics Director, Facilities and Capital Projects

Michael Patterson

Associate Director, Facilities & Event Operations

Tony Dlouhy

Assistant Director, Athletics Facilities Maintenance Operations

University of Iowa Business & Finance 2023–2024

Person Role

Greg Davies

Associate Athletics Director/Chief Financial Officer

Anita Debo

Director, Business Development

University of Iowa HR/IT 2023–2024

Person Role

Suzanne Hilleman

Senior Associate Athletics Director, Human Resources

Eddie Etsey

Associate Athletics Director, Technology and Data Analytics, Sports Administration

Mark Vaske

Associate Director, Athletics IT

Wendy DeCora

Assistant Director, Web & Application Development

Tanner Erwin

Assistant Director, Human Resources

Paulin Boronbossou

Assistant Director, Athletics IT - IT Support Consultant

Mark Sevcik

Assistant Director, Athletics IT/Help Desk Supervisor

University of Iowa Equipment 2023–2024

Person Role

Kevin Foor

Director, Equipment Operations

University of Iowa Event Management/Game Day Operations 2023–2024

Person Role

Josh Berka

Assistant Athletics Director, Event Management & Sports Camps

Elizabeth Hollmer

Director, Events

Shawn Koenigsberg

Associate Director, Event Management

Michael Patterson

Associate Director, Facilities & Event Operations

Mindy Redlinger

Assistant Director for Event Mgmt & Administration

Lindsay Supple

Assistant Director, Events

Caleb Striegel

Assistant Director, Event Management

University of Iowa Facilities 2023–2024

Person Role

Damian Simcox

Associate Athletics Director, Facilities and Capital Projects

Michael Patterson

Associate Director, Facilities & Event Operations

Tony Dlouhy

Assistant Director, Athletics Facilities Maintenance Operations

University of Iowa Business & Finance 2022–2023

Person Role

Greg Davies

Associate Athletics Director/Chief Financial Officer

Anita Debo

Director, Business Development

University of Iowa HR/IT 2022–2023

Person Role

Suzanne Hilleman

Senior Associate Athletics Director, Human Resources

Eddie Etsey

Associate Athletics Director, Chief Technology Officer, Sports Administration

Wendy DeCora

Assistant Director, Web & Application Development

Tanner Erwin

Assistant Director, Human Resources

Paulin Boronbossou

Assistant Director, Athletics IT - IT Support Consultant

University of Iowa Equipment 2022–2023

Person Role

Kevin Foor

Director, Equipment Operations

University of Iowa Event Management/Game Day Operations 2022–2023

Person Role

Josh Berka

Assistant Athletics Director, Event Management & Sports Camps

Elizabeth Hollmer

Director, Events

Shawn Koenigsberg

Associate Director, Event Management

Michael Patterson

Assistant Director, Facilities & Event Operations

Sarah Lahtinen

Assistant Director, Event Management

Quintin Garner

Assistant Director, Facilities & Event Operations

Mindy Redlinger

Assistant Director for Event Mgmt & Administration

Lindsay Supple

Assistant Director, Events

University of Iowa Facilities 2022–2023

Person Role

Damian Simcox

Associate Athletics Director, Capital Projects

Michael Patterson

Assistant Director, Facilities & Event Operations

Quintin Garner

Assistant Director, Facilities & Event Operations

Tony Dlouhy

Assistant Director, Athletics Facilities Maintenance Operations

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