Job Description

The University of Iowa Department of Athletics seeks applications for an Assistant Director of Trademark and Licensing & Hall of Fame to assist in the management of the UI Trademark Licensing Program (UITLP) and the overall operations within the Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame (UIAHOF). 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 click here.

Responsibilities: This position will assist with University of Iowa Trademark Licensing Program (UITLP) functions which include daily business-to-business interactions with UI licensees, retailers and UI departments. UI Athletics Hall of Fame (UIAHOF) functions include daily interaction with patrons, tenants, donors, etc., completing administrative functions, hosting patrons and events. This position may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Benefits Highlights: 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. Go to “Working at Iowa” to learn more.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Typically, 1-3 years of work experience with the collegiate trademark licensing industry;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships;
• Effectively use office support software (such as Microsoft Office Suite);
• Ability to operate effectively within a highly regulated team environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Increasingly responsible experience (more than 3 years) working in a university trademark licensing program or administering collegiate licensing programs including the promotion, protection, and management of trademarks and knowledge of laws and regulations related to trademarking and licensing (highly desired);
• Experience working with licensing software, such as Brand Comply or comparable licensing software (specify software used);
• Proficient with trademark enforcement actions and software;
• Experience collaborating with internal university academic/administrative units, and student organizations;
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and execute social and/or business events, such as receptions, corporate meetings, etc.

Application Process: Visit our website at and search for keywords “Assistant Director, Trademark Licensing” . Only applications submitted at 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 and mark them as a relevant file to the submission. Applications without both a cover letter and resume will be considered incomplete and ineligible for consideration.
• Successful candidates will be subject to a credential/education verification and criminal background check and be required to self-disclose any conviction history.
• Five professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
• As a part of the University of Iowa’s review of your application and consistent with its policies and practices, the University may access and/or view information about you that is job-related and publicly available on the internet, including but not limited to information on social media sites. The access, viewing and/or use of such information is governed by the University’s Policy on Human Rights, as well as state and federal law.
• For questions or additional information, please contact athletics ATHL-human-resources@uiowa.edu .

About Iowa:

• Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success.
• Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.
• Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation.
• Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

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