Former Vikings general manager Rick Spielman, who assisted the Jets in their searches for a GM and head coach, is joining the franchise as a senior adviser.

The Jets have hired Rick Spielman as a senior advisor in their front office after he was a helped their hiring cycle with The 33rd team

Rick Spielman helped the New York Jets find their new coach and general manager. Now, he'll be part of their revamped front office. The former Minnesota Vikings and Miami Dolphins general manager announced on his CBS Sports podcast Thursday that he'll serve as the team's senior football adviser.

After assisting the Jets with their head coach and general manager searches, Rick Spielman has taken a full-time job with the team. More at PFR.

The New York Jets recently tabbed two individuals to front office roles under general manager Darren Mougey, a vet and a youngster.

Rick Spielman worked with the New York Jets earlier this offseason, helping out the team in their pursuit of a new head coach and general manager. Spielman and the Jets must have enjoyed the partnership because it has become permanate.

Aaron Glenn and Darren Mougey are the final decision makers,” he said. “I’m just there as their sounding board to help them and support them in any way.”