Former 49ers All-Pro safety Merton Hanks, who spent the past 13 seasons with the NFL, was named Senior Associate Commissioner of the Conference USA on Thursday.
“I am thrilled to be joining Conference USA,” Hanks in a statement. “The dynamic vision of Commissioner (Judy) MacLeod, the passionate conference staff and clear commitment to serving the student athlete make for a great fit.”
Hanks, 48, will be responsible for the conference’s football and baseball operations, including officiating, scheduling, game operations, player conduct and safety and more. He will also oversee the league's public affairs activities, including media, public and community relations, according to Conference USA.