General Manager
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18 hours ago
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Job Summary
Position Title:
General ManagerAppointment Type:
ContractJob Description:
The Iowa State University Athletics Department is seeking a General Manager to oversee the operational administrative NIL and roster management functions acting as a bridge between coaching staff athletic administration and external stakeholders This position will assist the Head Football Coachwith all phases of the NCAA Division I program to help build on our culture of competitive success in competition and in the classroom.
Examples of what youll do
Develop long-term strategies for program competitiveness
Allocate resources effectively across recruiting player development and staff support
Manage complex budgets travel scheduling and operational logistics for the football program
Serve as the architect of roster construction balancing scholarships transfers and walk-ons
Oversee recruiting visits evaluations and communications with prospect
Facilitate revenue sharing and NIL opportunities while ensuring compliance with regulations
Act as liaison between athletes agents and university compliance offices
Collaborate with coaches to identify talent pipelines and manage recruiting databases
Adhere to University Conference and NCAA policies procedures and regulations
Establish and maintain effective interactions with the students colleagues university community alumni media and the public
This position requires a high level of football operations knowledge excellent work ethic along with exceptional planning and communication skills. Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body. Requires the ability to travel including overnight stays competitions.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree.
Experience in athletic administration recruiting or football operations at a highly competitive level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with roster construction and NIL (Name Image Likeness) management at a NCAA D1 program.
Successful NCAADI and/or professional football coaching or playing experience.
Experience managing complex budgets.
Demonstrated ability to identify and recruit highly skilled studentathletes and have strong recruiting connections.
About ISU Athletics:
As an NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision athletics program and a founding member of the Big 12 Conference Iowa State University sponsors 18 intercollegiate athletics teams and supports 450 student-athletes in their pursuit of academic and athletic excellence. ISU Athletics employs over 250 talented and dedicated full-time staff members more than 500 temporary and student employees and multiple auxiliary partners who collaboratively work within a culture to support and enhance the experiences of Cyclone student-athletes and their loyal fan base. Iowa State student-athletes have produced 10-consecutive years of record-setting Graduation Success Rate scores in the classroom while athletically the Cyclones have captured 19 national team championships 140 national individual titles and 162 conference team championships in its rich history.
Proposed Start Date:
December 8 2025Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timePay Grade:
ContractApplication Instructions:
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1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
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Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
December 8 2025Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:
R18258Required Experience:
Director
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About Company
Attending Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) can be a whirlwind experience for some. ISU is a public land-grant institution offering higher education courses and programs with an emphasis on science, technology, and related areas. It's also home to the Cyclones athl ... View more
