Esports Operations Assistant

University Of Silicon Valley; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Silicon Valley in San Jose, CA seeks a part-time Esports Coordinator to support the Head Esports Coach in growing the program. You will coordinate esports operations, assist with team activities, and liaise with Admissions and other departments to strengthen recruitment pipelines and student engagement.

Responsibilities include developing game strategies, coaching student-athletes, conducting video analysis, scheduling practices, and reporting to the Head Coach.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher preferred; or equivalent education and experience.
• One-year competitive Esports experience preferred.
• Experience in one title required; experience in more than one title preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop game strategies and tactics to ensure player and team success.
• Instruct, teach, and coach student-athletes during practice.
• Conduct video analysis and instruction as a teaching and preparation tool.
• Identify, evaluate, recruit, and retain exceptional student-athletes.
• Responsible for scheduling competitions and practices.
• Represents USV at meetings relating specifically to esports.
• Mentor the individual student athletes and nurture the esports program.
• Provides reports and documentation as required by the Head Coach.
• Conducts events, training, or competition as required by leadership.
• Other duties and related projects as assigned, including admissions and enrollment tasks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Planning skills

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: University of Silicon Valley - SAN JOSE, CA 95134-1617Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range: $20.00 - $23.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Category: Education

SUMMARY

This role supports the Head Esports Coach in driving the growth, success, and retention of esports student-athletes. The position works collaboratively with the Esports, Marketing, and Admissions teams to strengthen recruitment pipelines, enhance student engagement, and ensure a high-quality program experience.

Day-to-day responsibilities focus on coordinating esports operations, supporting team activities, and serving as a liaison between the program and both internal and external departments. Supplemental coaching duties and additional tasks may be assigned as needed to support overall program objectives.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop game strategies and tactics to ensure player and team success.
• Instruct, teach, and coach student-athletes during practice.
• Conduct video analysis and instruction as a teaching and preparation tool.
• Identify, evaluate, recruit, and retain exceptional student-athletes.
• Responsible for scheduling competitions and practices.
• Represents USV at meetings relating specifically to esports.
• Mentor the individual student athletes and nurture the esports program.
• Provides reports and documentation as required by the Head Coach.
• Conducts events, training, or competition as required by leadership.
• Other duties and related projects as assigned, including admissions and enrollment tasks.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher preferred; or equivalent education and experience.

EXPERIENCE

• One-year competitive Esports experience preferred.
• Experience in one title required, experience in more than one title preferred.

SKILLS

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret information to support continuous improvement.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and listening skills.
• Strong desire and ability to provide outstanding student service.
• Growth-oriented mindset.
• Ability to establish interpersonal rapport and relate to individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures.
• Strong planning skills.
• Competent with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

EEO STATEMENT

USV is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Americans with Disabilities Act institution. We value diversity, strive for a more unified campus where all people are valued, treated fairly, and possess a sense of belonging. USV encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is conducted in a professional office environment with extensive people interaction. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and office machines.

Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes evenings and weekends.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 5 pounds. The employee is required to sit for long periods of time; use hands and reach with hands and arms for activities such as keyboarding.

BENEFITS

This is a part-time position and is not eligible for benefits.