Esports Game Coach - Overwatch (Temporary)

Universities of Wisconsin • Green Bay, WI

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About The Position

The UW-Green Bay Esports Game Coach serves as the head coach for the Overwatch team, leading the team toward competitive success as defined by its members while fostering student development. Coaches provide player and team development, attend and oversee team practices, matches, and reviews, and work with the Esports Coordinator to implement the team’s plan and establish rosters, tactics, and strategies. The coach also serves as the team’s point of contact for opponents and internal stakeholders during the season.

This is a flexible, 25% limited temporary appointment running from January 20, 2027, through May 4, 2027. The role is expected to average about 10 hours per week, depending on the team schedule, particularly Wednesday evenings for matches and as needed for practices. Work may be remote or in person with an approved telecommuting request; in-person attendance on the Green Bay campus is preferred. Travel is not expected, though occasional work or travel to other UW-Green Bay campuses may be required based on operational needs. Compensation is a total stipend of $2,250 for the 15-week term.

Requirements

• Associate degree at the time of application.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in competitive Overwatch play.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• One year of experience coaching a team in the specific game title.
• Ability to attend all team activities in person on the Green Bay campus.

Responsibilities

• Provide player and team development for Overwatch.
• Contribute to the holistic development of student-athletes as individuals.
• Attend and oversee all formal team practices, matches, and reviews.
• Work with the Esports Coordinator to implement the team’s plan to attain its goals.
• Establish effective tactics and strategies with the team.
• Work with the Esports Coordinator to establish team rosters before the season.
• Serve as the team’s point of contact for opponents and internal stakeholders during the season.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits-eligible employees may have access to health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D and accident insurance, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts, Wisconsin Retirement System participation, supplemental retirement savings programs, paid holidays, personal holiday, sick leave, paid parental leave, and vacation. Eligibility and leave are prorated or otherwise depend on employment status and type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree