Top 91 University athletics Jobs in Iowa

Head Esports Coach
Morningside University —Sioux City, IA
- Weekends as needed
- High school
- University
- Bachelor's degree
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Athletic Trainer
Mount Mercy University —Cedar Rapids, IA
- Online Application
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Assistant Athletic Performance Coach – Men’s Wrestling
The University of Iowa —Iowa City, IA
- From $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Director of Athletic Creative Content
Northwestern College —Orange City, IA
- Online Application
- Research
- Mid-level
- University
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Assistant Director for Athletics Marketing
The University of Iowa —Iowa City, IA
- $47,380 - $53,200 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Part-Time Men's & Women's Assistant Track & Field Coach (Monthly Stipend) - PT6013
Drake University —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
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Assistant/Associate Athletic Director for Video Production
Drake University —Des Moines, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
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- High school
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Athletic Trainer
Western Iowa Tech Community College —Sioux City, IA
- $54,874 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Athletic Trainer PRN
Des Moines University —West Des Moines, IA
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Surgery
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Assistant Athletic Trainer
Upper Iowa University —Fayette, IA
- Multiple hires
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Paid holidays
Assistant Track and Field and Cross Country Coach
BUENA VISTA UNIVERSITY —Storm Lake, IA
- Background check
- Master's degree
- University
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Assistant Esports Coach
Northeast Iowa Community College —Peosta, IA
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- University
Assistant Esports Coach
Iowa Valley Community College District —Marshalltown, IA
- $4,000 an hour
- Management
- High school diploma or GED
- University
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Assistant Baseball Coach
Cornell College —Mount Vernon, IA
- Temporary
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Residential
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Assistant Football Coach/Filmer
Iowa Western Community College —Council Bluffs, IA
- $4,000 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Game Day Operations - Athletics
Cornell College —Mount Vernon, IA
- Part-time
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
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Women's Basketball Head Coach
Maharishi International University —Fairfield, IA
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- High school
- University
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AEL Instructor/Coach
Northeast Iowa Community College —Dubuque, IA
- $23.08 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Mid-level
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Football Coach - Head Middle School at Prairie Point (2026-27)
College Community School District —Cedar Rapids, IA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Middle school
- School
Assistant Coach (FT) - Women's BBall
Graceland University —Lamoni, IA
- Full-time
- High school
- Mid-level
- Administrative experience
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Head Esports Coach

Morningside University -
Sioux City, IA

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Organizing events
Alumni relations (outreach initiatives)
Talent platform recruitment
Community management
Student recruitment
Student mentoring
Program development
Content marketing strategy
Discord
Digital brand management
Leadership development
Educational program budgeting
Entrepreneurship
Bachelor's degree
Improving student retention rates
Organizational skills
Social media marketing (recruitment)
Leadership development programs
Influencer collaborations
Student advising
Marketing (candidate sourcing)
Social media brand management
Coaching high school students
Senior level
Establishing community partnerships in an education administration role
Stakeholder relationship building
Organizational budget management

Full Job Description

Morningside University is seeking an energetic, entrepreneurial leader to build a premier NAIA esports program. This is a unique opportunity for a visionary coach who is passionate about competitive gaming, recruiting, student development, and creating a championship culture.

The Head Esports Coach will lead the strategic growth of the program by building competitive rosters, developing an exceptional student-athlete experience, and establishing Morningside as a destination for aspiring collegiate gamers. We are looking for a recruiter, innovative program builder, and collaborative campus leader who understands today's gaming culture and is excited to shape the future of esports at Morningside.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead year-round recruiting through talent identification, relationship building, high school and club outreach, tournaments, Discord communities, streaming platforms, social media, and other digital recruiting strategies.

· Build relationships with prospective students, families, high school programs, club teams, gaming communities, and other influencers.

Build and sustain a championship-caliber esports program by establishing culture, expectations, competitive excellence, leadership development, and student success.
Foster meaningful partnerships with Computer Science and other academic programs to strengthen recruitment, expand student opportunities, and position esports within Morningside's innovation and technology ecosystem.
Develop and elevate the Morningside esports brand through strategic marketing, streaming, digital content, social media, and community engagement.
Mentor students academically, personally, and competitively while promoting leadership, inclusion, and student retention.

· Build excitement through campus tournaments, watch parties, showcases, camps, clinics, community events, and partnerships.

· Cultivate relationships with alumni, local schools, gaming organizations, businesses, sponsors, and regional esports communities.

Manage all aspects of program operations, including scheduling, competition, budgeting, equipment, and compliance with institutional and NAIA policies.

Qualifications:

· Outstanding communicator and relationship builder with a deep understanding of competitive gaming, esports ecosystems, streaming platforms, and online communities.

· Bring an entrepreneurial mindset, innovative ideas, and a relentless commitment to recruiting, student development, and program growth.

· Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, travel, tournaments, and recruiting events.

· Experience recruiting, coaching, mentoring, organizing, or leading participants in esports, athletics, education, gaming communities, or a related environment.

· Bachelor's degree.

Morningside University is committed to building a nationally respected esports program that competes for conference and national championships while delivering an exceptional student experience. This is more than a coaching position—it is an opportunity to build and shape the future of esports at Morningside and create a program that is fully integrated with the University's mission, digital innovation strategy, and commitment to student success.

Review of applications for the position will begin immediately and will continue until filled. Successful completion of criminal background verification is required. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, religion, creed, race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, national origin, or other characteristics protected by state and federal law. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Associate Vice President for Human Resources at [email protected].

Please submit a cover letter, resume and 3 references to: [email protected]

Work Location: In person

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university athletics jobs in iowa

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