What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Development Spec II- Esports Coordinator position at The University of Texas at Tyler?
Required Application Materials
A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, and a list of the names and contact information for three (3) professional references is required to apply.
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Job Summary
The Esports Coordinator will be responsible for recruiting qualified students for both club and competitive varsity level teams, scheduling and coaching intercollegiate matches and tournaments, scheduling practice preparation, and scheduling the training lab/arena with time for walk-ins interested in gaming.
Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks
- Provides leadership; organizes, directs, and administers all aspects of the esports program.
- Identifies, evaluates, and recruits academically prepared students for club and varsity level teams.
- Provides mentoring and academic oversight of athletes to promote retention and degree completion.
- Instructs players on rules, regulations, use of equipment, strategies, and proper technique relating to esports.
- Develop and manage quality practices and competitions on a reasonable schedule.
- Maintains and monitors esports equipment & supplies.
- Collaborate with faculty and students to facilitate learning opportunities relating to esports
- Assist the Soules College of Business in the management of the esports lab including but not limited to research, scheduling, and course assistance.
- Partner with university advancement in developing program sponsorships.
- Assist in budgetary planning and annual budget preparations for services offered.
- Planning, implementation, evaluation and assessment of the program.
- Support initiatives facilitated by the division of student success and Soules College of Business on all UT Tyler campuses.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 1 year of experience relating to esports in a higher education setting.
Preferred Education/Experience
- Master’s degree in student affairs, higher education, or related areas
- 3 years of experience relating to esports in a higher education setting.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
- Must be proficient in operating computer equipment and familiar with software relating to gaming.
- Must have extensive knowledge of gaming platforms, gaming, and gaming industry.
- Knowledge of Nace rules and regulations.
About The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 13 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.
With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
EEO/AA Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
