Letterwinners Engagement and Events Coordinator

Position Title:

Letterwinners Engagement and Events Coordinator

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

Job Description:

Be part of the team that celebrates Cyclone history, strengthens alumni connections, and creates memorable events year-round.

Iowa State Athletics is accepting applications for an energetic and developing professional to serve as an event planner I. The Letterwinners Engagement and Events Coordinator will provide support services to constituents, create standout events and meaningful engagement opportunities for the Letterwinners Club.

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Position Title:

Letterwinners Engagement and Events Coordinator

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

Job Description:

Be part of the team that celebrates Cyclone history, strengthens alumni connections, and creates memorable events year-round.

Iowa State Athletics is accepting applications for an energetic and developing professional to serve as an event planner I. The Letterwinners Engagement and Events Coordinator will provide support services to constituents, create standout events and meaningful engagement opportunities for the Letterwinners Club.

Examples of what you'll do

• Deliver exceptional customer service to Letterwinners, donors, alumni, and other supporters
• Plan and coordinate all aspects of Letterwinner events and banquets from initial planning through event completion
• Manage event logistics, decorations, giveaways, vendor coordination, invitations, and on-site execution
• Serve as the manager on duty during events, directing staff and vendors to ensure a high-quality guest experience
• Maintain student-athlete award records and coordinate ordering and distribution of letter awards
• Maintain events calendar, databases, and reports
• Uphold and adhere to all University, Big 12 Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating outstanding experiences. Successful candidates will demonstrate: strong customer service and relationship-building skills; excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities; skill at coordinating events and using social media for marketing; and be a problem solver. A commitment to working with diverse populations is essential. Evening and weekend availability is required for events.

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.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience planning and executing events geared towards alumni or donors.

Related hospitality experience for an athletics program.

Degree in related field (hospitality, event management).    

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.  www.cyclones.com 

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:

• Resume

• Phone number for 3 professional references

• Cover Letter (optional)

Why Choose Iowa State University?
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

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu, or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS806

Original Posting Date:

June 11, 2026

Posting Close Date:

June 17, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R19408

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.

 

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

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