Assistant Esports Coach - Overwatch

Saint Xavier University • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Saint Xavier University seeks an Assistant Esports Coach for Overwatch to assist the Director of Esports in administering a comprehensive collegiate esports program. The program aims to establish the university as a leader in the industry through its varsity program and on-campus opportunities. The role supports recruitment and retention of student-athletes, coaching, facility management, team scheduling, and community outreach. This is a stipend position and reports to the Director of Esports.

The coach helps recruit prospective student-athletes, coordinate practices, competitions and travel, and coach and instruct students during training, practice and competition. The role also contributes to program marketing and communications and helps oversee the Esports Arena to maintain student and equipment safety.

The position requires esports experience and knowledge of Overwatch, availability primarily at nights and on weekends, and willingness to travel as needed. The university values collaborative, responsive and respectful service, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Saint Xavier University is a Catholic institution inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy and reserves the right to employ people who subscribe to its mission, vision and core values.

Requirements

• Esports experience and knowledge of Overwatch.
• Availability to work primarily nights and weekends.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting prospective esports student-athletes, including providing required admissions information and maintaining conversations and contact with prospects.
• Help coordinate and execute practices, competitions and travel.
• Coach and instruct students during training, practice and competition.
• Assist with developing marketing and communications materials for the Esports program.
• Help oversee the Esports Arena to maintain the safety of students and equipment.
• Attend on- and off-campus admissions and esports events to answer questions and support students interested in esports.
• Interact with communities outside Saint Xavier University that are interested in esports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed