Head Club Coach, Esports - League of Legends
Posted Date: Jul 14, 2024
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Category:
Athletics
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Department:
Athletics
Locations:
Bristol, RI
Posted:
Sep 6, 2022
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Part-time Temporary
Ref.No.:
2355
PositionID:
152843
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About Roger Williams University:
At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study including Rhode Island's only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world. RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship so that students graduate with the ability to think critically and apply the practical skills that today's employers demand.
Roger Williams University seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value diversity, equity and inclusion and respect for all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation. To learn more about Roger Williams University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please visit https://www.rwu.edu/who-we-are/diversity-equity-inclusion.
Job Description:
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Athletics for Club Sports, the Head Esports Coach, League of Legendsis responsible for all aspects of the development and administration of a successful Esport Program.
The Roger Williams University Esports team program will be conducted in accordance with the rules of all organizations in the Esports program and currently competingin (CSL and TESPA 2020/2021).The Esport Program will adhere topolicies and regulations of the University's Athletics Department.
Coaching/Teaching Duties
Be available for VOD (Video Reviews) as well as scrimmages.
Be available for coaching during competitive matches.
Analyze games, pinpoint a player's strengths and flaws, and plan out a direction for players to follow.
Teach and develop Esport-specific skills in a successful, safe and prudent manner.
Create, present, and maintain records of up-to-date lesson plans for pre-season/season practice and procedures detailing the desired goals to be achieved.
Schedule practice and game preparation sessions, and conduct post-game analysis and incorporate into lesson plans.
Administrative Duties
Conduct an ongoing recruitment program through a variety of methods with the goal to attract, select and encourage enrollment of high caliber Esport athletes.
Initiate new ideas and methods to improve the program in support of the University goal of a successful season record, and attainment of a regional level ranking.
Additional Functions
Fundraise, when required, for the Esports program and coordinate and support fundraising efforts.
This is a 10-month position.
Requirements:
Must have prior League of Legends coaching experience.
In-depth knowledge of League of Legends.
Minimum of 3+ years experience playing League of Legends,
Ability to comfortably and cohesively explain thoughts.
Open to composition experimentation.
Diamond (or higher) elo.
Available to work a flexible schedule.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to function in a service and team-oriented environment.
Ability to function independently, display strong attention to detail, work under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritize multiple projects.
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work collaboratively with a variety of individuals, University community including faculty, students, staff, parents and alumni.
Ability to advise and motivate student-athletes.
Must be able to travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of two years' experience in Esports coaching and knowledge of the fundamentals, tactics, and strategies with the ability to recruit talented players for the program.
Minimum of 5+ years experience playing League of Legends,
Knowledge and ability to conduct an intercollegiate Esports program with professionalism and in likeness to the level of professionalism displayed by collegiate organizations we compete through (CSL and TESPA).
Follows the professional Esports scene.
At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Additional Information:
Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.
RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR : Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu
Salaries for new hires at Roger Williams University usually fall between the minimum and midpoint salary ranges.
Application Instructions:
Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references. In your cover letter/letter of interest, in addition to listing how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position, please include information about how you would be able to contribute to RWU's diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.
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