GENERAL MANAGER / FOOTBALL OPERATIONS

Position Number: S-3554

Position Summary:

The General Manager (GM) of Football Operations is responsible for the strategic planning and execution of roster management, recruiting operations, and team personnel decisions to ensure the program's competitive success. The GM supervises all of the football program support staff. 

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Five years of professional experience in recruiting, scouting, or roster management in collegiate or professional sports. Proficiency in analytic tools and a familiarity with NCAA rules and regulations. Ability to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Sports Management, Business Administration, or a related field. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

Oversees scholarship allocation and roster management to maintain compliance with NCAA regulations. Develops and implements recruiting strategies in collaboration with the coaching staff to attract top talent. Manages the program's transfer portal strategy and oversees evaluations of potential transfer student-athletes. Monitors market trends in recruiting, player evaluation, and NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) opportunities. Collaborates with the Director of Football Operations on salary and budget planning for football staff. Leads data analytic efforts related to recruiting, performance metrics, and scouting. Acts as the primary liaison between the football program and external recruiting services or scouting organizations. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Supervision Exercised:

Supervisors are expected to support the Leadership Standards of Central Michigan University and foster a culture that inspires excellence. The Leadership Standards define how we lead and treat others in our teams. As leaders, it is our responsibility to seek input from our teams to continuously improve leadership abilities and demonstration of the standards. Additionally, it is our responsibility to encourage and support the growth and development of those whom we lead. At CMU , we encourage employees to grow both personally and professionally, and thus advance CMU's culture of excellence. 

Employee Group: Professional & Administrative -Salary

Pay Range: $130,000 - $145,000 per year

Department: Athletics

Position Status: Regular

Employment Status: Full-Time

FTE: 1.00

Position Type: 12 month

Weekly Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / weekends and evenings as needed

Location: 1200 S Franklin St, Mt Pleasant, Michigan, 48859

Posting Ends: 02/23/2025

Open Until Filled: No 

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5992332

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