Esports Game Coach - Valorant

Universities of Wisconsin•Green Bay, WI

2d•$2,250 - $2,250•Hybrid

About The Position

The UW-Green Bay Esports Lounge, opened in February 2022, is equipped with 30 gaming PCs and 4 Nintendo Switch consoles, available to all students. The program supports competitive teams in six game titles: Rocket League, VALORANT, League of Legends, Marvel Rivals, Overwatch, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. It also features an in-house broadcast studio for live-streaming matches. These teams primarily compete in the Wisconsin Esports Conference, often leading to regional LAN events before the championship LAN. Each team's semester experience is goal-oriented, with practice schedules developed in collaboration with student-athletes. Rosters are formed through open tryouts up to three times annually, incorporating student-athlete feedback, and student leadership is a key aspect of the team environment. Esports Game Coaches for UW-Green Bay serve as head coaches for Valorant, responsible for leading the team to competitive success as defined by the team, while also fostering student development. This role offers a flexible work environment, allowing for either in-person or remote work, though in-person attendance is preferred.

Requirements

Associate’s degree at time of application
Demonstrated experience and knowledge in competitive play for the game title of hire
Demonstrated leadership skills
Demonstrated organizational skills
Is not affiliated with another competing collegiate team in the active competition(s)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree at time of application
1 year as dedicated coach for team in specific game title OR 2 years as individual/personal consultant coach in specific game title
Can attend all team activities in-person on Green Bay campus

Responsibilities

Provide player and team development for the assigned game title.
Support the holistic development of student-athletes both in and out of competition.
Attend and oversee all formal varsity team practices, matches, and reviews.
Work alongside the Esports Coordinator to implement the team’s plan to attain their goal(s).
Construct effective tactics and strategies with the team.
Work alongside the Esports Coordinator to establish the roster(s) prior to the start of the season, when possible.
Serve as primary point of contact for team-related communications with opponents and internal stakeholders.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family.
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Several life insurance options
AD&D and Accident insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) participation, with employer contributions beginning immediately and full vesting after 5 years of service.
Supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.
Paid leave benefits (prorated for employees working less than 100%) including 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday, and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually.
Paid parental leave.
Vacation earned at 13-27 days per year, depending on years of service and employment type.