Esports Game Coach; Part-time, Temporary

Overview

In coordination with the Esports Director, the Esports Game Coach is responsible for managing daily operations of the NJCAAE program, including strategy, tryout support, technical support, and team communications. Games may include Overwatch, Rocket League, and Valorant. Other games may be added based on student interest. This position is paid a stipend for each semester ($500 per semester) per coach. Program features dedicated esports studio (14 Lenovo Legions), jerseys, and scholarships.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.

• Must dedicate five hours a week for practice, games, and leadership meetings during season
• Supports Esports director in recruiting, tryouts, selection of team captains, and field up to two teams of assigned game
• Must attend all in person games or practices hosted on campus. Some practices and games may be held remotely as scheduled
• Develops and implements a recruiting program that is consistent with institutional, regional and conference regulations
• Sets up Twitch streams before each game
• Supports other game coaches as needed
• Assists in social media content generation
• Keeps teams updated on all team and organization-related news on Discord
• Enforces standards and rules of Wake Tech Esports, NJCAAE, and other conference affiliations as needed

• Must be familiar with Discord
• Knowledgeable of recruiting processes and have experience recruiting talent for designated for intercollegiate sport team
• Familiar with conference and NJCAAE rules, policies and regulations
• Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills and work well with others
• Ability to maintain records accurately and be able to meet deadlines consistently
• Demonstrates good organizational skills
• Ability to perform normal duties with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Intermediate skills with MS Office products
• Must have reliable transportation and scheduling flexibility for all weekly games
• Clean social media presence as you now represent Wake Tech Esports

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior coaching experience or competitive esports team experience

• Proven experience coaching esports teams or managing esports organizations at high standards