Position Title:Assistant Director of Player Personnel
Appointment Type:Contract
Job Description:
Shape the future of Cyclone Football-help build the roster that builds the program. Iowa State University has an opening for an Assistant Director of Player Personnel. This entry-level position will help advance the recruiting efforts for the D1, FBS football program.
Examples of what you'll do
Assist Director of Player Personnel with strategic recruiting and evaluation of potential student-athletes, including high school, junior college, and transfer portal.
Assist with coordination of updates to the recruiting database and recruiting boards.
Provide recruiting consultation and advice to the coaching staff and help manage the offer process for prospects.
Assist with creation and execution of the yearly calendar for recruiting and NCAA recruiting periods.
Manage and organize film, create cut-ups, and edit recruiting video.
Assist with official and unofficial visits.
Contribute to and enhance a competitive athletic experience.
Foster an environment that supports the well-being, academic success, and personal development of student-athletes.
Responsible for adhering to the rules and regulations of the department, University, Big 12 Conference and NCAA .
Ideal candidates require a good understanding of football recruiting processes and player evaluation techniques, project management, organization, problem solving and communication skills. The position requires a high work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body and staff. This position works non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel with the team.
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:
Bachelor's Degree
Experience coaching or working in football recruiting at the collegiate level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in recruiting operations at a NCAA DI football program.
Experience working with PFF, Hudl, and creating cut ups.
About the Athletics Department
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. www.cyclones.com
Proposed Start Date:March 2, 2026
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:Contract
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume
2) Contact information for 3 professional referencesIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.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: February 7, 2026
Posting Close Date:February 13, 2026
Job Requisition Number:R18593
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive?land-grant?mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
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If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.
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