Esports Coordinator- Student Support Specialist III

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Tuition reimbursement/waiver

403(b) retirement plan

Vacation/Sick Time

Work-Life Balance

9.5 Paid Holidays

2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bluegrass Community & Technical College seeks an Esports Coordinator to develop and manage the institution's esports program and esports lounge. You will oversee competitive teams, recreational gaming, facilities, events, and student engagement opportunities, reporting to the Director of Student Engagement.

The role emphasizes inclusive, student-centered leadership, wellness, and responsible gaming practices, with duties spanning policy development, partnerships, training of student workers, and

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to engage, motivate, and communicate effectively with students in group and individual settings.
• Strong computer skills and ability to quickly learn new software.
• Ability to think critically, be innovated, and learn new and inventive ways to engage students.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and implement the college’s esports program.
• Establish program goals aligned with institutional mission, student engagement priorities, and retention efforts.
• Develop policies and procedures related to esports participation, eligibility, conduct, and facility use.
• Serve as the primary liaison with league organizers, coaches, and institutional partners.
• Promote eSports at the institution through marketing and advertising.
• Supervise and train student workers for the esports lounge.
• Follow guidelines to ensure team compliance with all leagues, conference and institutional rules and regulations.
• Plan and execute esports-related events such as tournaments, watch parties, open play nights, and outreach activities.
• Oversee the coordination and setup of esports teams.
• Collaborate with campus departments to integrate esports into student life programming, and retention efforts.
• Assist students with registering for Esports and managing documentation such as waivers and maintaining updated rosters and eligibility requirements.
• Track and maintain esports equipment inventory, ensuring consoles and PCs remain fully operational; perform and document updates for gaming software, Windows OS, drivers, and peripheral systems while ensuring all downloads comply with institutional policies, licensing agreements, and appropriate usage standards.
• Collect participation data, assess program outcomes and prepare reports and presentations for leadership as needed.
• Promote sportsmanship, integrity, and physical and emotional well-being among student athletes.
• Build and foster a supportive and competitive team culture representing the mission, values and goals of the college.
• Serve as lead administrator for competitions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Student engagement

Communication skills

Technical skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Title: Esports Coordinator- Student Support Specialist III

Salary Range:$3,490 - $4,363 per month

Contract Term Length:12 Months

Standard Hours:37.5

Work Location:On-Site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

College: Bluegrass Community & Technical College

Campus Location: Bluegrass C&TC - Newtown Pike Campus

Department: Engagement and Student Success

Total Rewards

Bluegrass Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

The Esports Coordinator supports the mission of Bluegrass Community and Technical College by fostering an welcoming and engaging environment for all students. The Esports Coordinator is responsible for the development, coordination, and management of the institution’s esports program and esports lounge. This role oversees competitive teams, recreational gaming initiatives, facilities, events, and student engagement opportunities related to esports. The Esports Coordinator fosters an inclusive, student-centered environment that supports leadership development, teamwork, academic success, and wellness while promoting responsible gaming practices.This position reports to the Director of Student Engagement.

Job Duties

• Research, develop, and implement the college’s esports program.
• Establish program goals aligned with institutional mission, student engagement priorities, and retention efforts.
• Develop policies and procedures related to esports participation, eligibility, conduct, and facility use.
• Serve as the primary liaison with league organizers, coaches, and institutional partners.
• Promote eSports at the institution through marketing and advertising.
• Supervise and train student workers for the esports lounge.
• Follow guidelines to ensure team compliance with all leagues, conference and institutional rules and regulations.
• Plan and execute esports-related events such as tournaments, watch parties, open play nights, and outreach activities.
• Oversee the coordination and setup of esports teams.
• Collaborate with campus departments to integrate esports into student life programming, and retention efforts.
• Assist students with registering for Esports and managing documentation such as waivers and maintaining updated rosters and eligibility requirements.
• Track and maintain esports equipment inventory, ensuring consoles and PCs remain fully operational; perform and document updates for gaming software, Windows OS, drivers, and peripheral systems while ensuring all downloads comply with institutional policies, licensing agreements, and appropriate usage standards.
• Collect participation data, assess program outcomes and prepare reports and presentations for leadership as needed.
• Promote sportsmanship, integrity, and physical and emotional well-being among student athletes.
• Build and foster a supportive and competitive team culture representing the mission, values and goals of the college.
• Serve as lead administrator for competitions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, and two years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to engage, motivate, and communicate effectively with students in group and individual settings.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with others. Commitment to the mission of the comprehensive community and technical college.
• Position requires regular travel between campus locations. Must have a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Experience with online console or pc gaming.
• Strong computer skills and ability to quickly learn new software.
• Ability to think critically, be innovated, and learn new and inventive ways to engage students.

Additional Skills Requested

Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act

The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.