Esport Coach - FT40 (Fort Myers Campus)

About the role

Keiser University is currently seeking a Head Coach in ESports.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting qualified students for both club and competitive varsity level teams
• Scheduling and coaching intercollegiate matches and tournaments
• Scheduling practice preparation
• Scheduling the training lab/arena with time for walk-ins interested in gaming
• Preparing ESport student-athletes for NACE and other competition and tournaments
• Developing, preparing and executing fall and spring practice schedules and competition
• Communicating practice times and event times with team members
• Instructing, teaching and coaching student-athletes on game strategies and performance principles during practice and competition
• Ensuring that the competitive varsity level and club level meets annual squad size number
• Ensuring that program recruitment activities adhere to University and NACE Policies and Procedures
• Ensuring player eligibility in all collegiate leagues and competition and maintenance of player records that demonstrate eligibility
• Developing schedules for competitions that are fiscally efficient and spectator friendly
• Effectively using fiscal resources to coordinate team travel and recruiting
• Serving as the primary spokesperson for the ESports program in the community
• Representing the University at conferences, regional, state and national meetings relating specifically to ESports
• Creating and maintaining inventory for uniforms, supplies and equipment
• Performing preventive maintenance of physical resources
• Ensuring that all surfaces are kept clean and equipment is sanitized and disinfected as needed
• Ensuring that facility and equipment is properly secured at all times
• Performing other duties to assist with the athletic department as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in any field required; Master's degree preferred
• 3‑5 years of related experience
• Valid driver's license and personal vehicle; eligible to rent a car via the university's account when needed
• Ability to operate computer equipment in the ESports Lab/Arena, including knowledge of gaming platforms and supporting websites, and to troubleshoot equipment for optimal gaming experience
• Competitive‑level experience with multiplayer online video games; expert knowledge of League of Legends or a similar game
• Knowledge of NACE rules and regulations
• Full‑time position requiring day, evening, and weekend availability
• Travel required for ESports events and recruiting purposes