Recreational Sports Coordinator - ESports and Bowling Alley

Texas A&M University System • Kingsville, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Recreational Sports, the Recreational Sports Coordinator (Esports, Bowling and Camps) will have direct oversight of TAMUK Varsity Esports team, bowling alley, and internal and external camps. The Recreational Sports Coordinator will be the facility manager for the Javelina Gaming Lounge and bowling alley. This position is also responsible for effective supervision and communication with student and part-time employees in providing exemplary recreational programming.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience in recreational sports or related field.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certified by a reputable sanctioning body or acquire within 60 days

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
• 3-5 years of experience with operating a Varsity Esports program
• CPR CPR/AED/First Aid Certified Instructor by a reputable sanctioning body

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational and logistical planning for the Esports program
• Manage daily operations of the Javelina Gaming Lounge and TAMUK Bowling Alley, including scheduling, equipment, and facility organization
• Coordinate facility reservations, private parties, and external usage
• Ensure facilities, equipment, and programs meet departmental quality standards
• Oversee preventative maintenance and coordinate repairs with Campus Operations/vendors
• Coordinate, supervise, and evaluate esports programming, open recreation gaming, leagues, camps, tournaments, and special events
• Oversee camp operations, including registration processes and staff support
• Develop and execute external partnerships to expand programming into the community
• Collaborate across departments and external partners to ensure successful program delivery
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate student employees and camp staff
• Provide ongoing staff supervision, problem-solving, and development
• Engage in and support departmental trainings focused on leadership and community building
• Contribute to the Recreational Sports Leadership Team and support departmental initiatives
• Oversee esports-related technology, including hardware, software, and gaming infrastructure in collaboration with ITS
• Plan and implement technology upgrades and enhancements
• Manage gaming titles and support competitive strategies and gameplay development
• Manage budgets, financial tracking, and revenue/expense targets
• Prepare reports and evaluate program effectiveness using data-driven methods
• Collaborate with Institutional Research on data tracking and assessment strategies
• Support marketing, communications, and promotional efforts with Rec Sports marketing team
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and risk management practices
• Participate in meetings, reporting, and administrative responsibilities

Benefits

• Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
• On-Campus Wellness Opportunities
• Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
• Tuition Benefits: Employee Tuition Assistance Program
• Book scholarships
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Leave: 8+ hours of vacation per month
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 8 hours of paid Birthday leave
• 12-15 paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level