Head eSports Coach

Position: Head eSports Coach | Full-Time, 12-month EXEMPT position
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Athletic Director

SummaryThe Head eSports Coach is responsible for planning and directing the recruitment, conditioning, training, and performance of student-athletes along with fiscal program management of the eSports Program and accomplishing the objectives of this sport within the guidelines of the NJCAA, Region X, and Louisburg College.

This position is a full-time, 12-month, Exempt position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Instruct players in strategies and performance principles.

Effectively recruit and retain high-level student-athletes to the program.

Support the individual educational goals of student-athletes and monitor the academic progress of each participating student-athlete.

Develop and manage a yearly budget for the eSports Program.

Purchase equipment and uniforms adhering to College purchasing policies and procedures.

Assist with the organization and planning of the eSports Program including developing a team game schedule in coordination with the Athletic Director.

Work effectively with students, student-athletes, administrators, faculty, staff, parents, and coaches.

Demonstrate a working knowledge of NJCAA rules and maintain the integrity of the athletic program through the appropriate application of these rules.

Ensure that all players meet NJCAA and College eligibility requirements.

Have the ability to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.

Demonstrate the ability to recruit new students into the college and eSports program.

Ability to envision and drive growth for the eSports Program.

Self-motivated with the ability to resolve issues independently.

Strong relationship-building skills.

Effective written and oral communication skills, including public speaking.

Ability to work with a diverse community of students, faculty, administrators, and professional colleagues.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

Develop and implement fundraisers to improve the eSports Program.

Provide information and statistics to area and college media.

Keep up-to-date statistics during the season on NJCAA and College Websites.

Provide academic advising to each player and guide them in the development of their class schedule.

Track the academic progress of each player in all classes.

Attend college and department meetings and events.

Attend athletic department and college events to provide support to other teams and groups.

Provide Game Day Operations Support for 20/25 other sports game day events each year.

Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS / SKILLS / ABILITIES

A bachelor’s degree is required, a master’s preferred.

Previous coaching/playing experiences at the collegiate level are preferred.

Valid driver’s license. This position requires the ability to drive College vehicles; therefore, it is required that coaches and assistant coaches maintain a driving record that allows the insurance company to designate them as an “Approved Driver.” Additionally, employees who are designated as approved drivers shall agree to a periodic review of their driving record, and they are required to self-report any moving violations (tickets) that could result in the removal of that designation.

A proven record of integrity, high principles, and demonstrated skill in developing and motivating student-athletes academically and athletically.

A background check will be required of all successful applicants.

TO APPLY

Send a cover letter and resume to the Athletic Director, Mike Holloman, at mholloman@louisburg.edu.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Related by faith to the Methodist Church, Louisburg College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications of all qualified individuals.

It is the policy and practice of the College to provide equal opportunity to all persons. The College does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, national origin, age (as defined by the Age Discrimination in Employment Act), religion, gender, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, advancement, compensation, benefits, transfer, and termination.