Senior Manager, Player Engagement

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NFL is seeking a Senior Manager, Player Engagement to guide education, development, and family programs for players and Heads of Player Engagement. You will lead a cluster of club HPEs, oversee mandatory education initiatives, and drive strategic programs aligned with the five pillars.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 7+ years in sports or student-athlete support, and full-time on-site work at our New York office. Salary ranges from $100,000 to $130,000 USD.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Servant leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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

• 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

Required Qualifications

• 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

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

• 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

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

Travel:

• As needed; travel consists of visiting NFL clubs, onsite for Player Engagement Workshops, meetings, initiatives, NFL tent pole events, etc.

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

• 40 hours a week with additional hours (nights and weekends) as needed

Salary

Salary $100,000 — $130,000 USD

Benefits Information To learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: NFL BENEFITS

At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.

NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

WHO WE ARE:

NFL Core Values:

• Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
• Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
• Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
• Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes:

• Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
• Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
• Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
• Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
• Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
• Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

WHO YOU ARE:

Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees:

• Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
• Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
• Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset