Esports Head Coach

SUMMARY

The Athletics Department at Spring Arbor University, a member of the NAIA and the Crossroads League, invites nominations or application materials for the part-time position of Esports Head Coach. Reporting to the Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, this position is responsible for the recruiting and management of a collegiate level Esports team. Spring Arbor University Athletics is committed to the Spring Arbor University Concept which centers Jesus Christ as the perspective for learning and community on campus. The successful candidate will possess the ability to recruit, train, and facilitate the Esports program from this same perspective.

Part-time position

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned by proper personnel.

• Ability to design and implement daily practices and effective recruitment strategies
• Professional communication with staff and student athletes
• Ability to manage tech and, in consultation with University technology structures, troubleshoot basic tech issues
• Ability to manage and reconcile an annual operating budget
• Ability to fundraise effectively for special events or trips

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES

The Esports head coach will report to the Intercollegiate Athletic Director

QUALIFICATIONS

• A committed follower of Jesus Christ
• Passionate about incorporating faith with coaching
• An engaging recruiter that represents SAU well in public settings
• Equipped to challenge, and encourage athletes to achieve greatness in the classroom, and in sport
• Capable of understanding and validating the diversity of backgrounds athletes come from, while encouraging spiritual, social, and emotional growth in the Esports program

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual will exhibit a life and service that is in full accord with the Spring Arbor University Statement of Faith, SAU Concept, and SAU Community Covenant.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree preferred, bachelor’s degree required
• Expertise in Rocket League, Smash Bros., League of Legends, and other current competition-level Esports games