What does a "List Manager" do?

[Geoffa32]

Just a bit curious as to what exactly the person in this role would do. And how it would value it would other than jobs done by Coaches, Recruiting Manager and Football Operations Manager. ie what do they do that is not already covered?

 

[Worldheroxx]

i have no idea but maybe they make sure the club doesnt end up with a lot of samey players on the list. Like if you have 8 ruckmen and the coach wants to draft another one, the list manager is all like 'dude we have enough'

 

[El_Scorcho]

You'd assume a list manager would be working to make sure you have the right balance of players at the right ages so they can get a number of good quality 23-28 year olds who have all played 100+ games at the same time which is a general requirement for winning a flag.

A list manager would give advice on what sorts of players you'd need to be getting rid of and what sort of players would need to be recruited.

 

[Geoffa32]

You'd assume a list manager would be working to make sure you have the right balance of players at the right ages so they can get a number of good quality 23-28 year olds who have all played 100+ games at the same time which is a general requirement for winning a flag.

A list manager would give advice on what sorts of players you'd need to be getting rid of and what sort of players would need to be recruited.

This is what I am hearing they do.

But then when you think about it that is part of what the Coaching Panel, Recruitment Manager amd Football (Operations) Manager should be doing as part of their jobs?

 

[Underdog]

Would they not also deal with contracts, negotiations, welfare etc?

 

[Byron_Clanger]

Manages the team list I presume, puts players on injury lists, elevates rookies

 

[Markfs]

This is what I am hearing they do.

But then when you think about it that is part of what the Coaching Panel, Recruitment Manager amd Football (Operations) Manager should be doing as part of their jobs?

list managers deal in player's wages...coaches and recruiting peoiple dont worry about those thing

 

[Pinpoint Pass]

Would they not also deal with contracts, negotiations, welfare etc?

Correct.

They have a lot to do with interviewing parents, coaches, schools etc etc of potential recruits.

In some ways they are almost a salesman of the club for potential recruits and trade targets as well as an investigator.

They also report to the board, coach and football manager on their progress through the year rather than the head recruiter.

They have far too many responsibilities to list them here and no the coaches couldn't handle their area.

 

[Mr Ripper]

If it's Gubby Allan, buggers everything up for everyone - and then buggers off.

 

[Spook]

GWS List Manager Duties

Duties:
• Establish and monitor the implementation of the Recruiting Program and associated budgets. Undertake recruiting activities throughout all states and territories in Australia. Develop recruiting profiles using Recruiting reports and from video and media
• Formulate and manage the Club Playing List through ongoing assessment in consultation with the GM – Football, Coaching Staff, CEO and staff of AFL NSW/ACT.
• In consultation with the GM-Football, undertake the contracting of players and the administration of the Salary Cap.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of all AFL rules regarding the recruitment of players.
• Be responsible for player assessment at all levels of football in order to facilitate the best possible recruiting through trading and drafting at the National, Pre--‐Season and Rookie Drafts. Be responsible for preparation and carrying out Trade Day and Player Exchange Programs.
• Update the GM Football, Coach, CEO, GWS Football Subcommittee on all options available to the Club in the form of trades for players or draft selections both to and from the club and recommend and provide a course of action.
• Arrange for recruited players to be inducted into the Club and assist in monitoring all aspects of player welfare and personal development.
• Provide Recruiting reports as required by the GM Football, Coach, CEO, and GWS Football Subcommittee.
Other reasonable duties as directed by the GM Football.

Full Job Description
http://aflca.com.au/uploads/media/GWS_List_Manager_-_PD.pdf