Rocket League Coach

EXPIRED

JOB SUMMARY:

The Rocket League Coach will work closely with the Esports Coordinator, the Associate Athletic Director, and the Varsity Student-Athletes to facilitate a positive environment focused on improvement and competitive integrity in the inter-collegiate Rocket League competitions that Post University competes in. The Rocket League Coach will be expected to attend every team practice and match for both Rocket League teams, in addition to developing a practice routine and schedule. They will assist the Esports Coordinator and the Rocket League Team Captains in preparing and scheduling their weekly matches and scrims. They will also assist the Esports Coordinator in organizing tryouts at the beginning of each semester, selecting the starting roster and the team captains. The Rocket League Coach is expected to be a pillar of good sportsmanship and game knowledge and a role model for all Post University Esports players. The Rocket League Coach will be responsible for assisting the Esports Coordinator in enforcing the Esports Player Code of Conduct in the event any student violates the Code of Conduct. The Rocket League Coach is also expected to attend any other meetings as required by the Esports Coordinator or the Associate Athletic Director.

This position is part-time, seasonal, and remote. Seasons run from January to April and August to mid-December. The Rocket League Coach will be expected to work most nights, Monday-Friday, during the seasons. It is a stipend-paid per-season role.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

JOB SUMMARY:

The Rocket League Coach will work closely with the Esports Coordinator, the Associate Athletic Director, and the Varsity Student-Athletes to facilitate a positive environment focused on improvement and competitive integrity in the inter-collegiate Rocket League competitions that Post University competes in. The Rocket League Coach will be expected to attend every team practice and match for both Rocket League teams, in addition to developing a practice routine and schedule. They will assist the Esports Coordinator and the Rocket League Team Captains in preparing and scheduling their weekly matches and scrims. They will also assist the Esports Coordinator in organizing tryouts at the beginning of each semester, selecting the starting roster and the team captains. The Rocket League Coach is expected to be a pillar of good sportsmanship and game knowledge and a role model for all Post University Esports players. The Rocket League Coach will be responsible for assisting the Esports Coordinator in enforcing the Esports Player Code of Conduct in the event any student violates the Code of Conduct. The Rocket League Coach is also expected to attend any other meetings as required by the Esports Coordinator or the Associate Athletic Director.

This position is part-time, seasonal, and remote. Seasons run from January to April and August to mid-December. The Rocket League Coach will be expected to work most nights, Monday-Friday, during the seasons. It is a stipend-paid per-season role.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

-Attend Rocket League Team practices -Attend Rocket League Team matches

-Develop a practice schedule and routine for the Rocket League teams

-Enforce and monitor students’ compliance with the Esports Player Code of Conduct -Assist with internal and external player recruitment

-Organize Rocket League tryouts before each semester -Attend any other meetings as required

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS : We expect our associates to CARE (Connect-Assess-Resolve-Excite) in every stakeholder interaction. CARE is a framework to guide our every decision and action. CARE also resonates with our diverse associate & student populations – as humans, we know what it means to CARE.
• We CONNECT.We believe relationships matter. Not only do we believe relationships matter, but we also know there is a direct correlation between the quality of our relationships and the quality of our outcomes. We invest in our relationships with colleagues, students, and ourselves – we make time to tend to our mental, physical, financial, and professional health.
• We ASSESS.We take the time to understand why something happened fully; we remove assumptions and eliminate confusion or ambiguity by asking questions and creating context, certainty, clarity, and mutual understanding. We collaborate with others throughout the university by understanding their strengths and their value to the tribe. When we encounter conflict, we first seek to understand and be understood – and always with respect.
• We RESOLVE.We generate the trust of our colleagues, students, regulatory bodies, and greater communities by always doing the right thing—even when nobody is looking. We honor our promises by following up and following through. We help others learn and grow by sharing information and feedback.
• We EXCITE. “Making It Personal” is the experience we promise to each student and associate in every interaction. Excitement is the heart of our experience. We find ways to wow, amaze, and delight others by being resourceful and helpful. We embrace change, take risks, and innovate. We celebrate successes and recognize the accomplishments of others.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

-Bachelor’s degree in Gaming & Esports Management preferred

-High competitive rank in Rocket League -Experience competing on high-level professional, amateur, or collegiate Rocket League teams

-Previous Esports Coaching experience in Rocket League

-Must possess a working knowledge of Discord, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, and Outlook

-Responsive with excellent verbal and written communication skills

SALARY: $5,000.00 stipend per season