Job Application for Football Development Associate (External Agency) at The National Football League

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This position will support the Football Development department in the following areas. Note: this is a 6-month leave coverage position.

Youth to HS Pathway Support

Contribute towards the development of an annual marketing and communications calendar to support Football Development events and initiatives throughout the year
Manage dashboard of NFL Club activations and content from events during the preseason and regular season
Support planning and execution of the Don Shula Coach of the Year and Play Football Youth Coach of the Week programs, including award amplification, nomination workflows, and product distribution logistics
Lead onboarding support for new NFL Club Football Development staff by maintaining and updating distribution lists and contact databases and facilitating introductions to internal teams and external partners.
Support with NFHS officiating initiatives to strengthen partnerships and special recognition of HS officiating crews nationwide
Aid with planning of meetings, agendas, and deliverables to NFL Clubs, internal departments, and external partners

College to Pro Pathway Support

Build schedule for upcoming NFL College outreach in-person presentations.
Help design materials and resources for College Outreach presentations on campus and in-person visits being conducted at the NFL League Office
Develop agendas and recap materials for College Outreach initiatives (Bowl Season, NFL Office visits, College All-Star Games, Specialist Showcase, HBCU Showcase)
Assist with GamePlan e-course creation and Newsletter distribution

Operational Support with League Events

Assist in the creation of Football Development presentation materials for cross-org meetings
Manage creative requests with AP and NFL Social for NFL tentpole events and Football Development events
Attend cross-org meetings, identify opportunities to amplify FD initiatives, support with onsite execution
Build Football Development staff guides for internal staff and partners in conjunction with League Events (Draft, Hall of Fame)
Contribute towards planning and coordination of activations onsite and creating post-event recaps to measure impact of Football Development events across the league calendar.

Required Qualifications

At least 2-3 years of experience in administration, communications, or operations at the collegiate and/or professional sports level
B.A./B.S. required

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

Strong communication, team building, and interpersonal skills
Must be extremely detail-oriented
Ability to work collaboratively across departments
Highly organized and ability to multitask efficiently, even in high-pressure environments
Highly developed verbal and written skills are necessary
Very strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

Terms /Expected Hours of Work:

This job posting is for a position with one of the NFL’s third-party agency partners that provides services to the NFL. The individual selected for this role will be an employee of that third-party agency and not the NFL. All compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment are handled by the agency. The assignment to provide services to the NFL will be limited in duration but may be extended for an additional period by agreement between the NFL and the agency.

Salary

$25 - $27 USD

Benefits Information
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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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