Esports Assistant Coach

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  • Dallas, Texas, United States
  • Hourly
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Title: Esports Assistant Coach

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Enrollment Mgmt & Student Aff

SubDivision-Department: DAL-Dean of Students

Department: DAL-Dean of Students-520000

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $36/hour

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
 

Department Summary

The mission of Student Affairs: With a student-centered focus on education, Student Affairs creates innovative transformative learning opportunities, activities, and programs
that prepare students to thrive personally and professionally as engaged members of a global society. Our vision is to provide UNT Dallas Students with co-curricular
engagement and development opportunities that appeal to an intergenerational and diverse population to enhance student learning outside the classroom. 

Position Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Esports Assistant Coach to join our competitive esports team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for gaming and a strong understanding of game mechanics, strategy, and team dynamics. As an Assistant Coach, you will work closely with the Assistant Director of Esports to develop training programs, analyze gameplay, and support player development, all while fostering a positive and inclusive team environment. 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Working toward a Bachelor’s degree.
  • Experience with social media, database management and web content management systems.
  • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Must be detailed oriented, organized, and focused.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with young people, preparing them for success in life as well as athletically.

Preferred Qualifications

 

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Job Duties

  • Plan and organize all practices and matches for the esports team working closely with game coaches.
  • Maintain and monitor the esports Arena and all equipment.
  • Maintain and update team social media properties sharing information with our students, faculty and fans about the team, players and competitions.
  • Stream all collegiate matches – organize and run streaming events for players and students to attend and interact with.
  • Finding and scheduling scrimmages and/or exhibition matches with other collegiate esports teams.
  • Registering teams for competitive seasons on all platforms.
  • Manage player skill development plans and instill the philosophical perspective necessary for personal and team growth.
  • Record and archive matches to enable VOD reviews for feedback and strategy development.
  • Study each game and understand relevant knowledge on the meta and relevant update patches.
  • Help resolve player conflict and motivate all players to improve.

Physical Requirements

 

Environmental Hazards

 

Work Schedule

Up to 19 hours per week; Monday - Friday, some Saturdays

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

 

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