[NFL] Senior Manager, Player Engagement

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.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Train presenters, including Legends and League staff, on player mandatory education

  • Lead and facilitate off-season programs and workshops for players that focus on post NFL experience career exploration

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

  • Must work from the NFL League office in New York, 5 days per week

  • Minimum 7 years of related experience in professional sports or college athletics/student-athlete support

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 USD

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Jaia Thomas