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Esports Coach

Independence Community College

Independence, KS

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Coaching, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Diversity, Faculty Administration, Internet Games, Internet Video, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Requirements Management, Secondary School, Section 125 Pre-Tax Plan, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Video Games, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Independence, KS
POSTED
10 days ago
This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13596726 **Business Unit:** eSports **Department:** Student Affairs **Reports to**: Vice President for Student Affairs **Position Type**: Full-time, 12 months **Salary Structure**: Classified Salary Schedule **FLSA Status:** Exempt **Summary** \ The**Esports Coach**will be responsible for leading an esports program at Independence Community College. This position is responsible for all aspects of directing the program, including recruiting qualified students for participation in the program, scheduling and coaching intercollegiate matches and tournaments, scheduling practice preparation, general understanding of coaching esports, and addressing any barriers to the success of the program. The Coach will also organize and provide opportunities for students on the competitive, business, and relationship side. The director must demonstrate a vision for a collegiate esports program at ICC and a commitment to the mission and vision of the college.\ \ **Salary** \ \$29,000 annually pluson campus housing and meals.\ \ \$15.00 per hour additionally for Housing Supervisor duties (up to 20 hours per week).\ \ **Additionally, this position has full time benefits including but not limited to Health, Dental, Vision, 403b, Section 125 Supplemental benefits, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Personal Time and Paid Holiday Time.**\ \ The position is housed in the Student Affairs department and reports directly to the Vice President for Student Affairs. This position works collaboratively with all functional areas of the college.\ \ An individual in this position is expected to perform additional job-related responsibilities and duties within the department or college as assigned, and/or as necessary. **Minimum Qualifications** An Associates degree in any field required. At least two years of experience in a competitive esports environment involving multiplayer online video games with team-based elements. General knowledge of League of Legends, Overwatch, Call of Duty, or other competitive titles is required.**Additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of a Bachelors degree**. Self-motivated, with the ability to resolve issues independently. Strong relationship-building skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Have general knowledge about the equipment used in esports and streaming. Ability to work with a diverse community of students, faculty, and administrators. Demonstrate ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing responsibilities. Must promote a positive and equitable team environment. Exceptional organizational and scheduling skills. Must be able to work flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends. Significant travel is required for recruiting, as well as with team for tournaments. Must successfully pass a background check. **Preferred Qualifications:** A Bachelors degree in any field preferred. 3-5 Years of experience in a competitive esports environment involving multiplayer online video games with team-based elements. General knowledge of League of Legends, Overwatch, Call of Duty, or other competitive titles is required. Coaching or teaching experience preferred. Experience recruiting high school or college students preferred. **Skills** The ability to maintain confidentiality and have high ethical standards. Effective verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in writing technical specifications are required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds are required. Flexibility to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Ability to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include adapting to changing work p

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