What are the responsibilities and job description for the ESports Coordinator/Assistant Professor Sport Management position at Wilmington College?
Wilmington College (WC) is an independent college in Southwest, Ohio with a reputation for providing "hands-on learning opportunities." Founded in 1870 by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), WC hosts approximately 1,000 students on its campus in Wilmington, Ohio. Wilmington is within an hour drive of three major metropolitan areas: Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus.
The college currently has a 10-year continuing accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the Sport Management Program has further accreditation through the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA).
Sport Management stands as one of the largest programs at Wilmington College, housed within the Sport Sciences Area. The program features career-orientated curriculum that is enhanced by hands-on learning experiences both inside and outside of the classroom. Students further their education through annual experiential learning opportunities including working at the NFL Super Bowl, College Football Playoffs, the Men's and Women's Final Four, among other major sporting events.
For more information about Wilmington College and the Sport Management Program, please visit www.wilmington.edu.
Full Time, Part Time, Adjunct:
Job Description:
Wilmington College is seeking a qualified candidate for a Coordinator of Esports - Instructor of Esports Management position to begin Spring 2024.
Job Responsibilities:
Activities of all faculty members at Wilmington College include exemplary teaching, curriculum development, and student advising; professional attainment; and service to the department, college, and community.
The successful candidate will:
- Teach undergraduate courses in the Esports Management Program. Experience teaching the following courses is preferred: Contemporary Issues in Esports, Esports Seminar, The Esports Industry, and Introduction to Esports Management.
- Provide service to the Sport Management Program, Sport Sciences Area, College, and broader academic and professional communities.
- Advise and mentor students, assisting with their academic and career planning.
- Engage in outreach activities to strengthen relationships within the Esports Industry.
- Oversee the Esports Management Minors' curriculum and assessment.
- Advise the Esports Student Club and Esports Teams.
- Assist the Esports Club in scheduling collegiate competitions.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications:
Candidates must have a Master's Degree in Esports Management, Sport Management, or related discipline. Consideration will be given to candidates based upon significant experience in the Esport's Industry.
Other qualifications include:
- A demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and industry professionals
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Blackboard, and Jenzabar
Salaries and Benefits:
Benefits for the position include competitive salary commensurate with experience, benefits including medical and dental insurance, retirement plan with a college matching program, and WC tuition benefits for employees and their dependents.
Applicants should submit the following initial documents:
- Cover Letter
- CV
- Unofficial transcript from highest degree (official transcripts required upon hire)
- Names and contact information for three professional references
The deadline for full consideration is March 24th. Please apply directly through the Wilmington College Website. Any questions about the position can be directed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Jimmy Mattern, at jimmy.mattern@wilmington.edu.
