The University of Iowa is the state's largest employer with more than 30,000 employees across hundreds of unique roles. Our goal is to clarify the professional opportunities available to you and provide actionable resources to help you prepare for the next step in your career.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer a variety of resources to help you set goals, build skills, and explore career pathways. From performance review and goal setting tools to career planning guides, you'll find support to help you navigate your employment lifecycle from onboarding to advancement.
Discover your career goals
Looking ahead 3–5 years, what skills do you want to build and where do you see your career growing? Long-term goal setting helps you shape your career journey by identifying opportunities for development and positioning yourself for future advancement.
How to progress in your career
Learn more about the specific steps you can take to initiate a career progression. Career progression means moving along a career pathway by taking on new or enhanced responsibilities and acquiring new skills.
Identify your skills
Thinking about your next steps at Iowa? Start by reflecting on what matters to you, what you're great at, and where you'd like to grow—then tap into our career exploration tools and learning resources to build the skills that move you forward.
Understand your job classification and pay level
This glossary defines the various aspects of job classification, pay level, and explains the terms you see in your ePersonnel File.