Esports Program Director
This position has been filled - Job#: 453388959
Central Region
Administration/Management
Posted/Updated: 01/15/20
Job Summary
The Esports Program Director should have experience involving multiplayer online video games with team-based elements. The Esports Program Director is responsible for the recruitment of student athletes into the College Esports program and should demonstrate a vision for the program. The vision should include a recruitment and growth strategy, as well as the selection of the games in which the institution competes. This is a 10 month, full-time position with full benefits.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Administer the College Esports program and budget
- Scout and recruit high school and transfer students to participate in the program
- Foster a team environment and sense of community which supports the retention of student athletes and growth in skill ability
- Provide coaching and instruction to student athletes
- Supervise all Esports practices and program events and functions
- Facilitate and manage all team travel when necessary
- Coordinate scrimmages and matches with other schools, as well as in-season and off-season practice schedules
- Develop a long-term vision for the College Esports program
- Identify which game titles should be pursued by the Esports program and ensure these pursuits align with the mission and vision of the institution
- Ensure program compliance with all league, conference, and institutional rules and regulations
- Manage the Esports program in accordance with the policies and procedures of College, as well as athletic department specific rules and regulations
- Identify and implement a strategy to increase the visibility of the Esports program through streaming platforms
- Prepare reports regarding the Esports program as necessary
- Demonstrate a dedication to the pursuit of student learning outcomes at an all women, liberal arts institution
- Serves on other committees, task forces, and boards as assigned
- Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Job Responsibilities - Understands essential objectives and responsibilities of the job as described in the job description and works to fulfill them
- Technical Skills - Demonstrates proficiency in use of methods, tools, equipment and/or materials necessary to accomplish work
- Customer Service Orientation - Establishes and maintains good working relationships with fellow employees, students, and customers by understanding and responding promptly and courteously to customer needs and expectations
- Work Organization/Time Management - Accomplishes work assignments in an orderly, timely manner; manages time by establishing priorities and developing work plans
- Attitude/Cooperation - Demonstrates interest and enthusiasm in work; promotes cooperation and teamwork with others in work environment
- Civility - Demonstrates respect and dignity for others, generosity of spirit, open-mindedness, and concern for the common good of the College
- Dependability/Following Direction - Maintains a good attendance record, carries out instructions and fulfills all responsibilities
- Initiative - Motivates oneself to take appropriate action, and be efficient, resourceful and creative in attaining job objectives
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