Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
21260
Work type: staff - full time
Location: remote, main campus (houghton, mi)
Full time / part time: full time
Categories: athletics/recreation
Department: athletics
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorilyThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability requiredReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Michigan technological university is an equal opportunity educational institution/equal opportunity employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or other accommodations to apply for employment, or for an interview, at michigan technological university, please notify the human resources office at 906-487-2280 or mtujobs@mtu.edu.
Job description summary
The assistant director / coach of esports will be responsible for recruiting qualified students for competitive varsity level teams in a variety of game platforms, managing social media and broadcast teams, and fostering partnershipsThe assistant director/coach must also demonstrate and execute the vision for a collegiate esports program at michigan technological university.
Essential duties & responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
1Recruit qualified student-athletes for participation on a varsity esports teamThis includes coordinating with athletic administrators or admissions staff.
2Assist the director with overseeing and supervising the media coordinators and associated staff, conducting meetings regarding social media strategy, presence, and goals, and advise and delegate work to these team members.
3Foster an environment with sportsmanship and accountability.
4Ensuring that the competitive varsity teams meet annual squad size numbers and program goals for roster and recruitment.
5Assist the director with ensuring that program recruitment activities adhere to university and other league policies and procedures.
6Serve as a spokesperson for the esports program in the community.
7Assist the director in growing partnerships with other schools, businesses, alumni, and other potential supporters of the esport programWill work closely with the athletic administration to ensure contract obligations are met.
8Supervise student athletes in a variety of multiplayer online video game platforms.
9Knowledge of nace and other league rules, regulations, and eligibility requirements.
10Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday workActively engage in university continuous improvement initiatives.
11Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.
Required education, certifications, licensures (minimum requirements)
Bachelor`s degree
Required experience (minimum requirements)
At least 3 years of related experience in professional, collegiate, high school gaming realms
Experience with recruitment via email, social media (e.gTwitter, discord), and familiarity with platforms such as spin.
Competitive level experience with multiplayer online video games.
Desirable education and/or experience
Experience working in a collegiate setting.
Public speaking experience.
Experience in managing social media platforms.
Experience with twitch/youtube broadcasting.
Experience developing partnerships with companies, schools, groups, or communities.
Master`s degree preferred.
Required knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (minimum requirements)
Ability to operate computer equipment in esports lab/arena including knowledge of gaming platforms and supporting websites.
Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
Excellent organization and prioritization skills.
Demonstrated willingness and ability to travel and work flexible hours.
Valid driver`s license and personal vehicleEligible to rent a car via the university`s account when/as needed.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.
Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment.
Work environment and/or physical demands
Work environment: the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this jobReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Required training and other conditions of employment
Every employee at michigan technological university will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
Required university training:
Employee safety overview
Anti-harassment, discrimination, retaliation training
Annual data security training
Annual title ix training
Background check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Other conditions of employment:
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the united states on or before the effective date of the appointmentVisa sponsorship is unavailable at this timeThis is not an e-verified position.
Full-time equivalent (fte) % (1=100%) 1.00
Flsa status
Exempt
Appointment term
12 months
Pay rate/salary
No less than $36,500
Title of position supervisor
Director/coach of esports
Posting type internal & external posting
Special instructions to applicants (if applicable)
Remote work options are a possibility.
Required education, certifications, licensures* (minimum requirements)
Advertised: 04 oct 2021 eastern daylight time
Applications close:
