Coordinator of Community and Donor Engagement for Wrestling

Position Title:

Coordinator of Community and Donor Engagement for Wrestling

Appointment Type:

Contract

Job Description:

Be part of the tradition, passion, and success of Cyclone Wrestling by helping connect our program with the supporters who make it all possible.

The Coordinator of Community and Donor Engagement for Wrestling will serve as a key support resource. Working closely with the Director of Wrestling and the Head Coaches, this position will help develop and execute strategies that grow the Cyclone Wrestling fan base, strengthen donor and alumni relationships, enhance visibility of our student-athletes, and generate sponsorship and philanthropic support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support donor cultivation and steward funds for the men's and women's wrestling programs.
• Establish and strengthen relationships with local businesses, former student-athletes, wrestling families, alumni, and other wrestling supporters to expand the program's network.
• Assist with strategy development and coordination of community engagement initiatives, alumni outreach, and donor-related events.
• Coordinate hospitality services and logistics for donors and alumni at competitions, practices, and special events.
• Engage with the ISU Development Office on donor pledges and maintain accurate records of donor interactions.
• Assist in development and delivery campaign for Cyclone Wrestling's donor communications, program updates, and promotional materials.
• Ensure compliance with University, Big 12 Conference, and NCAA policies and procedures.

Successful candidates will have demonstrated success in relationship building, donor stewardship, and community engagement. A commitment to exceptional constituent service, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for advancing Cyclone Wrestling are essential. This position requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends and occasional travel to support competitions and engagement activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least three years of experience in community engagement, donor/constituent relations, athletics administration, or directly related work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing stakeholder or donor relationships.
• Experience in sports administration.
• Experience planning and coordinating community 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.

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
• Cover Letter (preferred)
• Contact information for 3 professional references (preferred)

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

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.

Proposed Start Date:

September 14, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

Contract

Original Posting Date:

July 23, 2026

Posting Close Date:

July 29, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

R19657

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.