Senior Manager, Executive Security Service

Overview /Objective: 

The Senior Manager of Executive Security Service is responsible for supporting the Director of Executive Security Service in the management of physical security for League Executives which includes all activities related to identifying threats, mitigating vulnerabilities and creating secure environments where they work, reside and travel. 

Responsibilities: 

Responsibilities include evaluating and assessing activities involving the League Executives, to determine security considerations and potential threats and/or vulnerabilities and identify the appropriate level of security necessary to include advancing locations to be visited by the League Executives to identify security concerns and potential vulnerabilities.  The Senior Manager will collaborate with the Director to manage and establish security procedures and protocols relating to their personal residences to include mail screening, security systems evaluations and background screening of service/repair persons.   

This position conducts threat assessments of information received pertaining to the safety and security of the Executives, their families and other League and Club employees and their families. 

The Senior Manager of Executive Security Service will initiate and oversee investigations conducted as a result of threats made against the Executives and their families. This includes an assessment of the type of investigation required, notification of law enforcement, determination on whether to contact the person(s) making the threat and documentation thereof in the Security Department investigative database. 

The Senior Manager will report to the Director of Executive Security Service who manages the executive protection unit, and supervision of its members to include preparing assignments, directing activities and managing performance goals.  The Senior Manager will participate in the selection, training, and management of contract employees for the purposes of additional security, transportation, and executive protection. 

In addition to internal coordination, the Senior Manager must work effectively with international, federal, state, and local law enforcement entities such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, United States Secret Service, Homeland Security and local law enforcement to ensure the safety of the Commissioner, NFL venues, fans, players, staff and infrastructure. The position requires constant high-level coordination with NFL executive staff, club ownership, and stadium management. 

 Essential Functions:

• Identify, supervise, and manage detailed and complex investigations involving threats against League executives and/or the organization.
• Assign and manage investigative tasks performed by security representatives; review and approve detailed investigative reports.
• Conduct detailed due diligence background investigations as a part of the vendor selection process and on an ad hoc basis.
• Conduct detailed pre‐employment background investigations to include social media.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and managing complex security plans for large special events both domestically and internationally.
• Demonstrate and maintain proficiency in the areas of surveillance detection, risk vulnerability assessment, effective countermeasures and first aid.
• Advance locations to be visited by League executives for security considerations and potential vulnerabilities.
• Evaluate and assess activities undertaken by League executives for security considerations and potential vulnerabilities.
• Provide residential security management.
• Manage threat assessments of information received pertaining to the safety and security of the League executives and their families, and other League and Club employees and their families, as directed
• Developing and managing emergency and business continuity planning
• Assist with preparation and presentations at executive level briefings
• Coordinate the travel and activities of League executives with appropriate federal, state, and local Law enforcement, with League, Club, and private security entities, as appropriate. 
• Possess strong writing skills particularly as it relates to the preparation of operational security plans, investigative reports, and summaries 
• Other department administration, as assigned by Chief Security Officer

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university
• At least 10+ years of experience in law enforcement or related field with at least 2+ years of management experience 

Preferred Education and Experience: 

• Advanced Degree (Master's or JD)
•  Prior work experience in security planning for large special events, dignitary protection, Intelligence, or counter-terrorism

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics: 

• Impeccable integrity, discretion, judgment, focus and commitment
• Demonstrates expertise in conducting complex and varied criminal investigations to include, but not limited to financial crimes, crimes of violence, gambling offenses, weapons offenses, and drug and alcohol‐related offenses 
• Expertise in both civil and criminal judicial processes, to include rules of evidence, prosecutorial determinations, court proceedings and civil lawsuits
• Strong background in intelligence gathering, to include familiarity and use of online resources, subscription services and public record checks 
• Proven record of accomplishment as a strong communicator -- written and oral presentations, capable of rapidly creating detailed, yet concise written reports.
• Extensive network of law enforcement contacts at the local, state, and federal level.
•  Familiarity with current social media and its usage.
•  Proficiency in the use of investigative databases.
•  Expertise in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Must be able to deal effectively with different types of people, at all levels of internal and external organizations• Exceptional organizational skills.
• In-depth experience conducting interviews 
• Proven record of accomplishment as a strong communicator -- written and oral presentations, capable of creating detailed written reports 
• Experience with a range of research tools and software
• Contacts in law enforcement community
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to exercise exceptional discretion and confidentiality when made privy to activities, conversations, or other matters of a sensitive nature. 
• Maintain a professional demeanor and business-like appearance.

Supervisory Responsibility: 

• The Senior Manager has direct supervisory responsibilities for both contract and full-time employees
• Selection, training, and management of contract employees for the purposes of providing additional security, transportation, and executive protection.” 

 Physical Demands: 

• Role requires extended periods of standing, walking, and surveilling in connection with performing security functions for League executives, their families, and other League and Club employees and their families, as directed
• Role requires a level of physical fitness that provides to physical response to security threat as necessary.

Travel: 

• Travel both domestically and internationally is required for this position. While frequency and duration of travel will vary throughout the year; applicants should anticipate approximately 40%- 60% travel. 

The NFL maintains a Flexible Workplace Policy that provides members of our workforce with opportunities to periodically work from a location of their choice while maintaining a priority on in-person work at an NFL office, which enables us to more effectively collaborate, connect, and build a workplace culture that will drive our continued success. 

The NFL is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that reflects our incredibly diverse 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, or local law.

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