The University of Rio Grande is seeking a full-time Director of Esports/Head Coach to oversee the continued success of the varsity program (initially launched in 2020).
Position Summary
This on-campus, 12-month administrative position will manage all aspects of the program, including, but not limited to, practice planning, game preparation/scouting, in-game coaching, recruiting, budgeting, scheduling, team travel (if applicable), equipment/apparel purchasing, staff supervision (if applicable), academic monitoring, and general supervision of student-athletes. The Esports coach will also provide input into the selection of games and tournaments in which to participate.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible for recruiting and coaching esports student-athletes.
- Work with student-athletes and Athletic Director to provide leadership to help our players grow both in and out of the arena.
- Work collaboratively with other head coaches, admissions and financial aid staff and other campus employees.
- Recruit and retain student-athletes for the Esports program meeting specific roster sizes.
- Collaborate with the Office of Admissions for recruiting and enrolling prospective student-athletes.
- Ensure the program recruitment activities and adhere to University and NECC policies and procedures.
- Provide leadership for the team; establish coaching strategies and teaching methods to develop student-athletes’ skills and teamwork; analyze team performance and adjust strategies as needed.
- Coordinate off-season, practice and competition schedules.
- Assist with team travel when necessary.
- Run camps, clinics, and promotional events (if applicable). Continuously ensure personal behavior and program reputation are in alignment with the institution values and mission.
- Monitor, assist, and nurture student-athletes’ academic progress at the college·
- Responsible for distributing athletic scholarship to the members of the eSports team
- Manage social media including Twitter, Twitch, Instagram, and Facebook for the team.
- Other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director
Position Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required. Competitive video gaming experience and experience recruiting high school and/or college students preferred. Preference will be given to applicants who have competitive experience in Esports titles, especially League of Legends, Overwatch 2, Valorant, Rainbow 6, and/or Rocket League.
Application Instructions:
Qualified applicants must send a cover letter (detailing their interest and qualifications), current resume, as well as the names and contact information of at least three references to Jeff Lanham, Athletic Director, through the online University's applicant tracking system. Review of applications will begin immediately. Position is open until filled. Background check and official transcripts required prior to hire.
The University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College is a unique partnership between a public community college and a four-year comprehensive university. It is the only such model nationally, with a private university and a public community college working as one institution. Deeply rooted in Appalachian history, both institutions are committed to encouraging lifelong learning, personal and professional growth, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and effective written and oral communication skills to students from the southeastern Ohio area, the state, the nation and the world. The institution is nestled in the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio, and is adjacent to the original Bob Evans Farms and Homestead in Rio Grande. It is a full residential campus with students from across the country and internationally. For additional information, visit www.rio.edu.