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Assistant Director of CRM Strategy
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Iowa
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| The Office of Admission seeks a dynamic individual to join our amazing team. Reporting to the Associate Director of CRM Strategy, the Assistant Director of CRM Strategy supports key areas within the CRM (Technolutions Slate) to enable continued innovation and creativity, leveraging the system to improve both our internal processes and the customer (student/parent) journey experience.
We are seeking:
• A creative, analytical thinker who enjoys presenting solutions and problem solving to get the job done.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and someone who is comfortable navigating ambiguity.
• Ability to work with data of variety levels of quality and validity.
• Strong listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple activities in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills, flexibility, and rigorous attention to detail when managing multiple activities in a deadline-oriented environment.
Responsibilities will require collaboration with various teams within the office and a desire to further empower members of the admission team to be better Slate users. A collaborative approach, creativity, and willingness to push new ideas are vital to success in this role. |
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Head Start Teacher Assoc Sub - 999840
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Iowa
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| Drake University Head Start is seeking energetic candidates to join our team of classroom staff and carry out the Head Start/Early Head Start Mission to “better prepare young children and their families for life experiences now and in the future.”
This is a full-time, 9-month position supporting our lead teachers and children in daily classroom activities. Drake University offers excellent benefits, including a tuition waiver and tuition exchange, for employees, their partners, and dependents pursuing a degree.
We are hiring associates who are excited to join a team of dedicated, supportive staff members who take pride in serving the community's families. Prepared to travel to multiple sites across a 6-county service area with the benefit of mileage reimbursement and paid time for travel. Flexibility for adjusting to different classroom settings. The ideal candidate will enjoy participating in the development, implementation, and evaluation of early childhood curriculum and practice. The role involves light cooking, direct work with children, and occasional home visits for Head Start and Early Head Start Programs. This role requires travel to more than one classroom site. |
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Program Coordinator
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Iowa
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| Drake Law School is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Program Coordinator to provide comprehensive support across multiple law school centers and offices. Reporting to the Directors and Associate Dean, this role involves a wide range of administrative tasks, including managing communications, coordinating events, assisting with classroom needs, and supporting faculty projects. Key responsibilities include scheduling, document preparation, maintaining records, and handling logistics for major programs and events. The ideal candidate will have strong time management skills, proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Experience with relationship management or communications systems is a plus. |
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Family Engagement Specialist
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Iowa
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| An ideal candidate will be resourceful and culturally competent. This position works with an assigned group of families in both the Head Start and Early Head Start programs by providing parent education, assisting in the development of Family Partnership Plans and family-driven goals, and assisting with providing social service information and community resource referrals to families. |
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Staff Accountant
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Iowa
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| The Office of Finance seeks a full-time staff accountant to join our team. The Staff Accountant reports to the Assistant Treasurer and is responsible for completing various accounting functions. Key duties include accounting for gifts to the University, recording investment activity related to the University's endowment investments, managing Drake-owned life insurance policies, and preparing reconciliations. This position works with many offices across campus. |
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Academic Advising Specialist
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Iowa
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| Drake University is seeking two highly motivated and detail orientated academic advising professionals who value equity and inclusion to serve as academic advising specialists (1) within the College of Arts and Sciences and (1) within the Zimpleman College of Business. Under the direct supervision of an assistant or associate dean within the respective academic college, the academic advising specialists will be key contributors to the successful transition and matriculation of their assigned student caseloads from orientation to graduation.
Work Schedule & Location/Remote Work/Hybrid Opportunities:
These positions are on-campus positions. Typical work schedule includes Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Some weekend and evening hours may be requested. Upon successful completion of onboarding process and continued satisfactory performance, a customized work arrangement (such as some flexibility with hours and remote work), may be possible. |
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Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Development
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Iowa
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| The athletics department at Drake University is currently seeking applicants for an Assistant Director for Student-Athlete Development to provide support for the academic and personal development of all student-athletes. This position will report directly to the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Excellence. |
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Intramurals Graduate Assistant
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Iowa
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| Drake University's Recreational Services is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Intramural and Student Development Graduate Assistant. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to assisting with the planning and administration of a comprehensive intramural program as well as the student development and leadership program.
This position will be offered a 10-month position, however, summer work may be available. The Graduate Assistant will be expected to work no more than 20 hours per week in exchange for $15/hour and free tuition (costs for books and fees apply). |
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Early Head Start Toddler Teacher - 12 month (2 positions)
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Iowa
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| This position is responsible for leading ages 2-3 and a teacher associate in daily classroom activities. The lead teacher is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating early childhood, developmentally appropriate curriculum and practice. |
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Administrative Assistant 2 -Law Admission
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Iowa
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| Drake Law School is seeking an Administrative Assistant in the Office of Admission. This is a 32 hour/week, 10-month position (mid Aug - mid June), including full-time benefits. This role provides support to the Law School Office of Admission, and has primary responsibility for the processing of applications, tracking of application statuses, and report building. |
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Facility Maintainer III - 999324
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Iowa
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| Under direct or Indirect supervision of the Custodial Manager and/or Custodial Supervisor, Facility Maintainers perform a variety of custodial tasks and activities designed to maintain the campus in an orderly, sanitary, safe, and attractive condition. Work activities are scheduled and unscheduled in nature and are subject to frequent interruptions.
This position works Saturday and Sunday 5:00am to 1:30pm and 3 weekdays' from 4:30AM to 1:00 PM.
Principal Working Relationships: Greets all students and staff in a friendly, timely manner and assists as necessary, e.g., holding doors. helping with wheelchairs, providing directions and/or information when requested.
* Performs as a team, or as directed for seasonal or periodic cleaning operations
* Interacts with departmental personnel
* Treats all personnel with respect and dignity
* Uses constructive feedback to get ideas across and recognizes positive results |
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United College: Assistant Professor of Practice in Data Analytics (Teaching in China)
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Iowa
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| QU – Drake United College, a unique joint degree program between Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, and Qingdao University in Qingdao, China, invites applications for multiple faculty positions to start Spring 2026 or Fall 2026. The QU-Drake United College is collaborative initiative between Drake University and Qingdao University that allows undergraduate students to earn both a Qingdao University Degree and a Drake University Degree through a jointly developed curriculum taught in Qingdao. The dual degree programs, offered in Biology and Data Analytics, enable students to complete four years of full-time study in Qingdao University. Students take six credits of ESL/Public Speaking over two semesters.
Qingdao University is located in Shandong, an eastern Chinese province on the Yellow Sea. Qingdao is a vibrant coastal city with a population of over 7 million, known for its temperate climate, rich history, and popularity as a travel destination. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Qingdao has been ranked among the world’s top 500 universities in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). |
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United College: Assistant Professor of Practice in Biology (Teaching in China)
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Iowa
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| QU – Drake United College, a unique joint degree program between Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, and Qingdao University in Qingdao, China, invites applications for multiple faculty positions starting Fall 2026. The QU-Drake United College is collaborative initiative between Drake University and Qingdao University that allows undergraduate students to earn both a Qingdao University Degree and a Drake University Degree through a jointly developed curriculum taught in Qingdao. The dual degree programs, offered in Biology and Data Analytics, enable students to complete four years of full-time study in Qingdao University. Students take six credits of ESL/Public Speaking over two semesters.
Qingdao University is located in Shandong, an eastern Chinese province on the Yellow Sea. Qingdao is a vibrant coastal city with a population of over 7 million, known for its temperate climate, rich history, and popularity as a travel destination. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Qingdao has been ranked among the world’s top 500 universities in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). |
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Head Start Teacher (9 mo)
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Iowa
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| Drake University Head Start is seeking a professional candidate to serve as a preschool classroom teacher in our Southridge location. This position leads daily classroom activities by developing, implementing, and evaluating early childhood curriculum and practice. The ideal candidate will be skilled in delivering lessons focused on social-emotional skills and kindergarten readiness. Each of our Head Start teachers partners with a teacher associate to fulfill the educational, nutritional, and hygienic needs of children while they are in the classroom. |
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Part-Time Access Services Associate - 997766
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Iowa
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| Under the general direction of the Access Services Manager, the Part-Time Access Services Associate is responsible for supervising student employees, providing excellent service to library patrons, and performing routine Access Services and circulation duties. This position will provide general reference help, Chat coverage, and will act as backup for ILL, Reserves, and material processing. Weekend and evening hours are required.
This is a 10-month, part-time position, not eligible for benefits. The regular schedule for this position is Fridays from 2:00–7:15 p.m., Saturdays from 10:45 a.m.–7:15 p.m., and Sundays from 10:45 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (approximately 20 hours per week). Hours may fluctuate during academic breaks and J-Term based on library hours and staffing needs. |
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Drake Public Safety Officer - 999233
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Iowa
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| Drake Public Safety Officers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the campus community. Their responsibilities include:
Enhancing safety: Through the visibility of Public Safety personnel, preventive patrols, and 24-hour accessibility.
Conflict resolution: Utilizing positive conflict resolution techniques to maintain a peaceful environment.
Crime prevention: Implementing crime prevention and awareness programs to deter criminal activity.
Collaboration: Working closely with local law enforcement and community organizations to fulfill their mission.
Emergency assistance: Being trained to assist in medical emergencies and having access to portable defibrillators for use in emergency situations.
Drake Public Safety Officers are dedicated to creating a safe and secure environment for all individuals on campus, making them a vital part of the university's safety infrastructure. |
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Head Coach – Drake Hockey Club (997211)
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Iowa
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| Working collaboratively with club leadership and the Sport Club Director, the Head Coach for the Drake Hockey Club will provide leadership, mentorship, and day-to-day management of the team. Drake has recently launched Premier Sport Clubs, offering an exciting opportunity for a passionate and driven individual to help build and elevate the Hockey Club to competitive success within the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA).
This is a part-time, stipend position reporting directly to the Associate Director of Recreational Services & Sport Club Director. |
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Assistant Professor of Costuming - 999447
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Iowa
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| Drake University's Theatre Arts Department seeks applicants to fill a tenure-track position in Costume Design. Primary responsibilities include teaching costuming and costume related courses as well as stage make-up (2 courses/semester minimum). Additional responsibilities include supervising student costume design, construction and make-up work in the Costume Studio, and designing costumes for Main Stage productions (1 production/semester minimum). Other responsibilities include mentoring and advising student designers, managing costuming equipment and budget, participating in recruiting work for the Department as well as other committee and service work.
The search committee is particularly interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. |
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Infant and Toddler Specialist/Parent Educator (2 openings)
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Iowa
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| Drake University Head Start is seeking energetic candidates to join our team of classroom staff and carry out the Head Start/Early Head Start Mission to “better prepare young children and their families for life experiences now and in the future.”
This is a full time, 12-month, benefits eligible position supporting our lead teachers and children in daily classroom activities. Drake University offers amazing benefits that include tuition waiver and tuition exchange for employees, their partners, and dependents interested in pursuing a degree.
We are hiring individuals who are excited to join an agency of dedicated and supportive staff who take pride in serving the families of the community. This position works with an assigned group of families in Early Head Start programs by providing parent education and in home early childhood instruction and assessments. This position is responsible for implementing and evaluating early childhood, developmentally appropriate practice and may also assist with providing community resource information to families.
An ideal candidate will be resourceful and culturally competent. You must be prepared to travel to multiple homes with the benefit of mileage reimbursement and paid time for travel, have flexibility for adjusting to different home settings. The role consists of working directly with children in their home setting. |
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Global Affairs Specialist - 100022
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Iowa
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| Drake University is seeking a dynamic and accomplished international education administrator to serve as the Global Affairs Specialist - Asia Programs at Drake University. This role will provide administrative management and functional support for the institution’s degree programs embedded within Asia. This position offers a unique opportunity to directly contribute to Drake University’s growth in the space of transnational education, creating access for students around the world to acquire a Drake degree. The GA Specialist will be a team member within the Division of Global Affairs and will report to the Chief Global Affairs Officer and Dean of Global Programs. The Division of Global Affairs reports to the Office of the President.
In 2024, Drake established the QU-Drake United College in collaboration with Qingdao University in Qingdao, China. This project offers dual-degree programs in China where undergraduate students earn both a Qingdao and a Drake degree through a jointly developed curriculum.
The GA Specialist will play a key role in managing day-to-day administration of the project. In addition, the Specialist will be the primary point of contact for partners in Asia and provide key project management support to ensure intended outcomes are met. The GA Specialist will work closely with Drake University leadership and the leadership of the QU-Drake United College in China to ensure a smooth-running collaboration that results in a cohesive, high-quality program.
Drake is actively exploring additional curricular projects in Asia. The GA Specialist for Asia Programs will have the unique opportunity to assist in the development of these programs and will ultimately provide day-to-day management for these projects in addition to QU-Drake United College in China. |