Part-Time Head Coach, Esports (Contract)

Conestoga College School of Business; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Conestoga College is seeking a dedicated Esports Head Coach to lead our varsity VALORANT team. This part-time contract role involves recruiting, developing, and supporting student-athletes while managing daily operations of the program on the Waterloo campus.

The coach will work hybrid, with on-site duties for matches and training, typically 6:00 PM–11:00 PM, up to 24 hours weekly, and travel for LAN events.

Qualifications

• One-year certificate in Business, Esports Marketing and Event Management, Sport Management, Social Media, or a related field.
• Minimum one year of experience coaching high-performance esports athletes.
• Demonstrated VALORANT knowledge and achievement.
• Commitment to the student-athlete experience and academic excellence.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and administrative capabilities.
• Criminal Record Check is required; reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel to multiple campuses and off-site events.

Responsibilities

• Program planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive Esports program including training, practices, games, and athlete development.
• Coaching and athlete development: Plan and deliver high-quality practices and meetings, evaluate performance, and foster well-being.
• Recruitment and community engagement: Identify and recruit student-athletes; collaborate on multi-year recruitment strategy; engage with alumni and partners.
• Administration and compliance: Maintain communication among staff; ensure compliance with policies and Esports leagues; coordinate travel and logistics.

Skills

Esports coaching

VALORANT knowledge

Student-athlete development

Recruitment strategies

Leadership

Ethical standards

Communication

Education

One-year certificate in Business/Esports Marketing//Event Management/Sport Management

Job description

Job Title: Part-Time Head Coach, Esports (Contract)

Requisition #: 26-0254

Location: Waterloo

Department: Esports Operations

Hours/Week: Up to 24

Closing Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST

Vacancy Type: Administration - Part-time

Position Summary

Part-Time Administrative, replacement positions (Immediate need to May 28, 2027)

Conestoga is seeking a dedicated Esports Head Coach to lead our varsity VALORANT team. In this role, you will be responsible for recruiting, developing, and supporting the performance of student athletes while managing the daily operations of the program.

As an ambassador for Conestoga's Esports initiative, you will represent the college within the broader Esports community and foster a culture rooted in sportsmanship, academic achievement, competitive excellence, and professionalism.

The Esports Head Coach supports the competitive season from September to May, working directly with student-athletes in the Esports Hub. Based in Waterloo, the Coach is on-site for match days and training, guiding team development and competitive success with support from administrative staff, operations staff, student services and recruiting tools.

Successful candidates will be required to conduct work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus as required. It is anticipated that this position will meet the needs of the department through a hybrid work arrangement, scheduled Monday to Friday, three to four nights per week from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., including at least one day on-site at the Waterloo campus located at 108 University Avenue East. The Esports Head Coach will be scheduled for up to 24 hours per week with occasional weekend and periodic daytime hours. Travel will be required for LAN events, matches and team activities.

Responsibilities

Program planning

• Develop and implement a comprehensive program for your Esports team, including training, practices, games, and athlete development
• Ensure alignment of program goals with the mission, vision and values of the Athletics department

Coaching and athlete development

• Plan and deliver high-quality practices, meetings, video analysis sessions, and regular check-ins
• Guide, direct and evaluate athlete performance; enforce discipline and penalties
• Foster an inclusive, supportive and holistic environment for student-athlete growth and well-being
• Monitor academic progress and student behaviour, ensuring adherence to college and team expectations

Recruitment and community engagement

• Identify and recruit academically strong and talented student-athletes
• Collaborate with the Athletics department to design and execute a multi-year recruitment strategy
• Support and participate in recruitment events to raise the profile of the program
• Build and maintain relationships with alumni, community partners, and potential donors to enhance program visibility and support
• Advocate for Condors Esports in the Waterloo Region and provincially, as a leader and educator in collegiate Esports

Administration and compliance

• Maintain effective communication and administrative systems among coaches, athletes and Esports and Facility staff
• Ensure compliance with the Esports league, title publishers, and Conestoga policies and procedures
• Organize team participation in competitions, tournaments, clinics, and other activities
• Coordinate logistics for travel, equipment, and facility use as needed

Qualifications

• One-year certificate in Business, Esports Marketing and Event Management, Sport Management, Social Media, or a related field of study
• Minimum one year of experience coaching high-performance esports athletes; experience in a post-secondary environment is considered an asset
• Demonstrated technical knowledge, proficiency and achievement in VALORANT
• Demonstrated commitment to the student-athlete experience
• Uphold high ethical standards and model good character
• Committed to fair play and representing Conestoga with professionalism
• Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of student-athlete recruitment strategies
• Ability to develop and maintain a competitive program aligned with academic excellence
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and administrative capabilities
• Motivational and team-building skills to foster a positive team culture
• Completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required
• Access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel to multiple campuses and off-site events

This position is compensated at a fixed rate of $288 per week ($15,000 annually), paid over the duration of the contract term. Compensation is not based on hourly tracking; rather, the weekly rate reflects the overall responsibilities and seasonal demands of the role.

Hours of work will vary throughout the academic year based on team activities, including training, competition schedules, recruitment periods, and administrative requirements. Workload may increase during the competitive season and decrease during off-season periods.

Conestoga College is a leader in polytechnic education. Our career-focused education, training, and applied research programs prepare students for success, support industry, and workforce needs and promote economic prosperity throughout our region and across Ontario.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Conestoga College is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources via the Contact page.