Esports Game Coach - Valorant (Temporary)

University of Wisconsin Stout•Green Bay, WI

1d•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 for 12 hours on weekdays and 7 hours on weekends during the semester. 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 a regional LAN event before the championship LAN. Each team's experience is centered on a semester-long goal, with practice schedules developed in alignment with student-athletes' objectives. Rosters are formed through open tryouts up to three times annually, incorporating student-athlete feedback, and student leadership significantly influences the team environment. UW-Green Bay Esports Game Coaches are responsible for leading the Valorant team to competitive success, as defined by the team, while also fostering student development. This role offers a flexible work environment, allowing for 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, where employer contributions begin immediately.
Supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.
9 legal holidays
36 hours of personal holiday
96-130 hours of sick leave annually
Paid parental leave
13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.