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University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA, seeks a Facilities & Event Operations Administrator to oversee daily operations and financial processes for athletic facilities. You will manage budgets, analyze reports, and handle contracts, invoicing, deposits, and payables, with additional support for taxable submissions and related tasks.
The role supports a Monday–Friday schedule (8:00 am–4:30 pm) with flexibility for remote one or two days per week, and offers starting hourly pay of $19.98.
If you are a current University of Northern Iowa employee and would like to apply for this position, login to UNI Works and type “Find Jobs” in the search bar to view and apply for open positions. Full Consideration Date: 9/4/2026 Job Description: Under general supervision, manages the daily business operations for Facilities & Event Operations; prepares the annual Facilities & Event Operations department budgets; prepares and analyzes financial reports; manages Facilities & Event Operations contracts, invoicing, deposits, payables, etc for athletic facilities and operations; assists with Athletic Business Office payables, deposits, and taxable submissions; and performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Eligibility Requirements: Three years of experience in responsible office work, including two years of experience with bookkeeping procedures, or any combination of related education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. Position Details: Job Category: Merit Type of Position: Regular Service Schedule: Calendar Year Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm but the schedule is flexible with the ability to work remotely one or two days a week. Shift: First Shift Pay Grade: 9 Starting Hourly Rate: $19.98
Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions.
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The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. The university's attractive size, approximately 9,200 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the "Best Midwest Universities" by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. Designated as a Best Place for Working Parents, UNI supports all individuals through family-friendly policies, practices and benefits. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.