Football General Manager

EXPIRED

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The Football General Manager is responsible for directing all aspects of recruiting prospective student-athletes to the University of Michigan Football program. Additionally, this role will lead Michigan Football's Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) activities in conjunction with the Athletic Department's efforts in this area. Reporting directly to the Head Football Coach, this position will adhere to all University of Michigan, Big Ten Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities*

• Work collaboratively with the Head Football Coach, assistant coaches, and recruiting personnel staff in the identification, evaluation and recruitment of prospective student athletes
• In conjunction with the Head Football Coach, manage the roster of current student-athletes while identifying future needs of the program
• Oversee the on-campus recruiting staff's organization, scheduling and logistics of all official and unofficial visits of prospective student athletes
• Identify and recruit collegiate student-athletes that have entered the NCAA transfer portal
• Establish relationships with prospective student-athletes, their families, and individuals associated with their recruitment

Apply Now

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The Football General Manager is responsible for directing all aspects of recruiting prospective student-athletes to the University of Michigan Football program. Additionally, this role will lead Michigan Football's Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) activities in conjunction with the Athletic Department's efforts in this area. Reporting directly to the Head Football Coach, this position will adhere to all University of Michigan, Big Ten Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities*

• Work collaboratively with the Head Football Coach, assistant coaches, and recruiting personnel staff in the identification, evaluation and recruitment of prospective student athletes
• In conjunction with the Head Football Coach, manage the roster of current student-athletes while identifying future needs of the program
• Oversee the on-campus recruiting staff's organization, scheduling and logistics of all official and unofficial visits of prospective student athletes
• Identify and recruit collegiate student-athletes that have entered the NCAA transfer portal
• Establish relationships with prospective student-athletes, their families, and individuals associated with their recruitment
• Manage all matters regarding high school coach contacts and other applicable organizations
• Assist the camp director with the organization and executing of all institutional summer football camps
• Act as Michigan Football's liaison to NFL scouts and personnel
• Oversee the recruiting budget each fiscal year
• Establish and execute short and long term goals as it relates to the overall vision of Michigan Football's NIL activities
• Act as Football's NIL representative for Michigan Athletics
• Present to current and future student-athletes available NIL resources
• Build and facilitate relationships with NIL partners
• Adhere to all department and university policies and procedures, as well as rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and NCAA.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Football Coach.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of ten years recruiting experience at the FBS collegiate level. Additional experience at the National Football League (NFL) level preferred
• Knowledge of and commitment to Big Ten and NCAA Division I Rules and Regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines and work effectively with frequent interruptions
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and solutions focused approach to challenges and improvements
• Demonstrated ability to utilize good judgment in the interpretation and application of policies and procedures and to exercise discretion in confidential matters is essential.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Concur, and google mail/calendar system

Desired Qualifications*

• Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A service-oriented attitude

Additional Information

The University of Michigan Athletic Department is dedicated to building a department culture which demonstrates respect for all, shows compassion for others, and celebrates the differences among our staff, student-athletes, and supporters. We are committed to the hiring and development of diverse staff who contribute to an inclusive environment.

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off

• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

• Life insurance

• Long-term disability coverage

• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checksare performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process maybegin as early as the eighth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.