Coordinator, Esports

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University in Norfolk seeks an Esports Coordinator to lead the Esports program and manage day-to-day operations of varsity and junior varsity teams, including recruiting players and coaches, and supervising student staff for arena operations and live streaming.

This role advances programmatic strategies, builds external partnerships, and helps attract current and future students to the Esports program, with occasional telework during university closings as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are required.
• Commitment to student development and customer service.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Experience with esports or student programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Esports program and manage day-to-day operations of varsity and JV teams.
• Recruit players and coaches and supervise student staff for arena operations and live streaming.
• Build connections with internal and external partners to support the program.
• Develop long-range plans and programmatic strategies aligned with the department mission.
• Create systems and guidelines governing daily esports program functions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Time management

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Event management

Evening/weekend availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title: Coordinator, Esports

Department: RECREATIONAL SPORTS

Position Number: GP173A

Location: Norfolk, VA

Job Summary: The Esports Coordinator’s chief objective is to lead the Esportsprogram and manage the day-to‑to‑day operational activities of thevarsity and junior varsity teams, including but not limited to;maintaining and managing individual teams, recruiting players andcoaches, managing student employees for esports arena operationsand live streaming broadcasts, building and maintaining connectionswith internal and external partners, creating relationships thatwill further the mission of department of Recreation &Wellness. This position is responsible for attracting current andfuture students to the Esports program and creating systems andguidelines to govern the daily functions of the program. Thisposition assists in long range planning and implementation ofprogrammatic strategies as it relates to the overall mission withinthe division.

Given the nature of the positions in Student & Campus Life tosupport student services and/or student-centered programs, theemployee occupying this position may be required to work during auniversity closing. There may be occasions where the employee willbe asked to work during university closings as directed by his orher supervisor. These instances may include working from a remotelocation (i.e. telework, etc.).

Salary range is $50,000-57,000.

Position Type: FullTime

Type of Recruitment: General Public

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, or an equivalent combinationof education, training, and relevant experience
• Some financial management and retail experience; Excellentorganizational, management, leadership, communication andinterpersonal skills;
• Proven commitment to student development and customerservice;
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem solve, and meetdeadlines;
• Demonstrated skill using Microsoft Office and Adobe products in aWindows/network environment.
• Demonstrable computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheetand/or graphic software programs;
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with otherindividuals and departments on campus and in the surroundingcommunity;
• First Aid, CPR and AED certifications required. Possession of orability to acquire a valid Virginia State driver’s license.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience coaching, recruiting, and developingstudent Esports players in multiple games. Ability to assess skilllevel of players and coaches. Proficiency in technology,troubleshooting and hardware and software set-up and tear down forPC’s, consoles, and streaming equipment. Program creation orstart-up experience is strongly desired.

Job Open Date

04/06/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Application Review Date

04/17/2026

Criminal Background Check

The final candidate is required to complete a criminal historycheck.

Department Information

The Department of Recreation and Wellness offers programs,facilities, and services for ODU students, faculty, and staff,retirees, alumni, and the community. Aquatics, Fitness &Wellness, Health Promotion, Outdoor Adventure, Intramural Sports,Sport Clubs, and Esports programming help to provide members withdiverse recreation opportunities.

Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equalemployment, educational and social opportunities for all persons,without regard to race (or traits historically associated with raceincluding hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles suchas braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender(including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions),national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteranstatus, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation orgenetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities,women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged toapply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonableaccommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management andCulture at [phone].

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other mannerdiscriminate against employees or applicants because they haveinquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay ofanother employee or applicant. However, employees who have accessto the compensation information of other employees or applicants asa part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay ofother employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwisehave access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is(a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtheranceof an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including aninvestigation conducted by the employer, or consistent withcontractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’sforward-focused public doctoral research university with more than23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, anenergetic residential community and initiatives that contribute$2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.