Football Analyst

Overview

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for a Football Analyst
. 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 .

• Provide administrative, instructional and coaching support to the Coaching Staff regarding opponent planning, scouting reports, tendency patterns, personnel packages, and roster status.
• Assist UI coaching staff with the purpose of building a successful, competitive intercollegiate sports program that also retains and graduates student-athletes.
• Assist Recruiting Coordinator, Director of Recruiting, and Director of Player Personnel in selected aspects of the on-campus recruiting process.
• This position requires occasional work in the evenings and on weekends.

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.

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum one year of successful intercollegiate football administrative and/or playing experience at the NCAA Division I level
• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships
• Minimum of one year of experience utilizing office productivity software and online database systems and visual presentation software such as Visio or equivalent
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; as demonstrated by prior research and analytics experiences
• Ability to work effectively in a highly regulated team environment
• A valid U.S. driving license and the ability to meet and maintain University of Iowa Driving Policy standards

• Minimum one year of successful intercollegiate football administrative and/or playing experience at the NCAA Power 4 level
• Demonstrated proficiency and ability to:
  • Utilize video analysis system such as HUDL, DVSport, XO’s, or equivalent
  • Comply with NCAA rules and regulations
  • Maintain productive and long-term relationships with staff, prospects, and high school coaches
  • Utilize football performance analytics systems (e.g., Championship Analytics, Pro Football Focus - PFF)
• Genuine passion for and experience with supporting the holistic development of student-athletes, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental health and overall well-being

• Visit our website and search for keywords “Football Analyst”. Applications submitted through the official jobs site will be accepted.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
• Applicants must upload a resume and cover letter; applications without both documents will be considered incomplete and ineligible for consideration.
• Successful candidates will be subject to credential/education verification and criminal background check and may be required to self-disclose any conviction history.
• Five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
• The University may access and/or view information about you that is job-related and publicly available on the…