Esports Head Coach

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Position Information

Minot State University - Esports Head Coach

JOB SUMMARY:

Minot State University invites applications for a Head Coach position in the growing Minot State Esports program. The position requires working knowledge of popular collegiate esports titles (Valorant, League of Legends, Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and others) and dedication to building and sustaining a thriving competitive gaming community on campus. The coach will organize teams, schedule and lead practices/matches, recruit new students to the program, support student retention and academic success efforts, lead multimedia content production, and interface with community partners. This is a 12-month, full-time/benefitted position with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024.

Position Information

Minot State University - Esports Head Coach

JOB SUMMARY:

Minot State University invites applications for a Head Coach position in the growing Minot State Esports program. The position requires working knowledge of popular collegiate esports titles (Valorant, League of Legends, Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and others) and dedication to building and sustaining a thriving competitive gaming community on campus. The coach will organize teams, schedule and lead practices/matches, recruit new students to the program, support student retention and academic success efforts, lead multimedia content production, and interface with community partners. This is a 12-month, full-time/benefitted position with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024.

Duties

Along with the esports director and other team members, Head Coach duties may include (but are not limited to):

• Identify and recruit students to compete on varsity esports teams (experience in K-12 education a plus for recruitment);
• Support student well-being through promoting academic success, wellness, and community engagement;
• Schedule and manage all team VOD reviews, practices, matches, and travel;
• Oversee development of esports content (video, social media) to promote the program;
• Manage program/team budgets;
• Lead campus and community outreach efforts to support esports initiatives;
• Explore and implement fundraising opportunities through sponsorships and donations;
• Leverage program data to inform coaching, strategy development, and program growth.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree is required in a field related to the position. Candidates with experience in K-12 or collegiate esports, education, multimedia production (including game design/development), data science, coaching and/or community outreach are especially encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given for those who have expertise in areas related to collegiate esports, including knowledge of multiple competitive titles, experience working with/recruiting K-12 students, knowledge of coaching and higher education practices, media production, and data-driven decision making.

Application Instructions:

Applicants should apply online at the MSU HR web page and upload a resume/CV and a cover letter specifically addressing the job qualifications. Professional references may be requested.

To be considered for this position, and in order to move forward in the search process, applicants must upload:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Statement of coaching philosophy
• List of names and contact information for three professional references.

Applicants who are veterans and eligible to claim veteran’s preference must include Form DD214 with the application for employment; claims for disabled veteran’s preference must include Form DD214 and a letter less than one year old from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD214, a marriage certificate and a letter less than one year old from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs indicating disability, or the veteran’s death certificate. Due to access to restricted information, the successful candidate will be required to complete a satisfactory criminal background check.

If you have questions about the position, the esports program, or Minot State University, please contact:

Ethan Valentine, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Psychology, Director of Minot State Esports

ethan.valentine@minotstateu.edu

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and I-9 employment certification is required at hire.

Persons who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contacthr@minotstateu.edu

CONFIDENTIALITY OF APPLICATION MATERIALS: Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are exempt from public record, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified finalists.

EEO/AA STATEMENT: The NDUS is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE NOTICE : Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

NO SMOKING NOTICE: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.