Head Esports Coach

Newman University•Wichita, KS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Esports Coach reports to the Director of Athletics and is responsible for developing and launching the varsity eSports program. This role involves recruiting student-players, managing the budget, overseeing general operations, coaching, and building the program's identity. The Head Esports Coach will instruct student-players in the rules and fundamentals of Esports. This is a part-time position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Experience with competitive Esports involving team-based multiplayer online video games
Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass a motor vehicle check
Expert knowledge of multiple games including some combination of League of Legends, Overwatch, Rocket League, CS:GO, etc.
Possess knowledge of Windows 10 and 11 operating systems, game console operation and related accessories
Possess knowledge of standard audio/visual connections
Effective leadership and strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work with diverse community of students, faculty, administrators and professional colleagues
Ability to operate a program within budget parameters
Strong relationship building skills
Ability to work evenings and weekends, as necessary
Must be willing to be certified in First aid and CPR

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Direct all aspects of the coaching and management of an Esports program
Initiate and run practice, competition, and team building activities
Oversee the recruiting and retention of qualified student-players
Instruct 1 credit hour course(s) per semester within the Department of Athletics
Demonstrate a working knowledge of and ability to comply with any associated league, and institutional rules and regulations
Monitor and mentor the academic and mental well-being of players
Manage the program within its established budget
Schedule and conduct regular practice sessions to ensure student-players are prepared for competition
Arrange a competitive game schedule with approval by the Director of Athletics
Coordinate off-season activity, practice schedules, and competition schedules
Develop strategies to motivate maximum level of individual and team athletic performance and appropriate personal and social conduct within the mission of Newman University
Provide guidance and input on games selected for varsity and non-varsity competition
Communicate with IT on equipment upgrades, updates, and maintenance
Participate and assist with fundraising, promotional, and public relations events within the community including on-campus and off-campus events, specifically including booster club activities and community engagement/service projects
Organize team travel when required with approval of the Director of Athletics
Plan, conduct, and manage camps, clinics, or leagues, as appropriate, to help market the program to potential students and donors
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Athletics