Esports Head Coach

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other.

Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the University extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute recruiting strategies to grow the program, bring in new students and reach recruiting goals set by the Athletic Director
• Instruct esports student-athletes on aspects of esports competition, including game strategy, teamwork, communication, sportsmanship and leadership
• Coordinate coaching staff
• Develop coaching plans and practice schedules for teams
• Oversee esports scheduling and events such as practice, scrimmages, conference matches and tournaments
• Seek out competition and opportunities
• Manage team academic requirements and standards
• Manage esports facilities and equipment
• Develop strategic partnerships
• Manage esports budget
• Coordinate uniform orders
• Identify corporate sponsors

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in esports management, sports management or a related field
• 1+ years of relevant experience (volunteer, competition and/or professional)
• Knowledge of various esports titles including, but not limited to, League of Legends,
• Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. and Valorant.
• Understanding of tournament formats and esports competition structure
• Familiarity with Discord communication application
• Proficient with technology and communication applications
• Available some nights and weekends

Benefits

The allotted stipend for this position is $25,000