Senior Manager, Player Engagement

The National Football League•New York, NY

5d•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Player Engagement is responsible for serving, equipping and empowering NFL players and Club Heads of Player Engagement (HPE) within the five Player Engagement pillars (continuing education, financial empowerment, personal and professional development and HPE development). The Senior Manager supports a cluster of 8 club HPEs and serves as the lead for player mandatory education per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. In addition, the role will lead/support multiple Player Engagement initiatives and programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum 7 years of related experience in professional sports or college athletics/student-athlete support
Must work from the NFL League office in New York, 5 days per week
Ability to manage multiple projects, strong time management and organizational skills
Strong communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated and able to perform with minimal supervision
Attention to detail
Critical thinker
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel)and Adobe Creative Suite (preferred)
Team oriented and can work with diverse team members
Goal oriented and demonstrate an ability to apply in-depth knowledge to achieve stated goals and solve problems
Act as a true Servant Leader

Nice To Haves

High level of proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite

Responsibilities

Offer support in the five pillars of Player Engagement, working closely with clubs Heads of Player Engagement to ensure comprehensive player support
Oversee player mandatory education, devise the strategy, assist with the development of evergreen content/curriculum, lead internal collaboration & communication within the league office, and implement changes that align with player needs
Train presenters, including Legends and League staff, on player mandatory education
Develop the strategy for the continuing education pillar, drive participation, conduct degree verifications, and lead educational webinars
Direct all aspects of the Paul J. Tagliabue NFL Academic Excellence Award, coordinating nominations, committee engagement, and recipient recognition
Lead and facilitate off-season programs and workshops for players that focus on post NFL experience career exploration
Responsible for leading NFL Family Programming efforts, including the creation, implementation, and evaluation of programs, resources, and services that support the holistic development of NFL players and their families
Manage and respond to club HPEs, players, NFL Legend inquiries, ensuring that support and resources are provided
Assist in the planning and coordination of the Player Engagement Annual Meeting
Serve as the department lead for invoices and contracts