eSports Program Assistant (Part-Time)

Collin College; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Collin College in Frisco, TX is seeking an employee to support daily operations of the esports program, including practices, competition logistics, and equipment management. You will help maintain gaming systems, assist with live streams, and ensure a safe, organized environment for student-athletes.

The role involves collaboration with coaches and staff to promote a positive team culture, uphold program standards, and balance academics with extracurricular activities while engaging with

Qualifications

• Esports knowledge and familiarity with esports ecosystems.
• Strong communication with players, coaches, and staff.
• Ability to support scheduling, travel, and event setup for tournaments.

Responsibilities

• Support the administrative, logistical, and operational functions of an esports team or organization.
• Coordinate schedules, manage communication, assist with event setup and travel, and maintain equipment.
• Assist with social media management, content creation, and player development as needed.
• Assist with oversight of behavior and adherence to college policies in esports facilities.

Skills

Esports knowledge

Team coordination

Communication skills

Event support

Education

Associate degree

Tools

OBS

Streamlabs

Twitch

Job description

Primary Location:

9700 Wade Boulevard, Frisco, Texas, 75035

We are searching for candidates that meet the required qualifications and experience and are able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Job Summary:

Support the daily operations of the esports program by assisting with team practices, competition logistics, and equipment management. Help maintain gaming systems, support broadcast and streaming activities, and ensure players have a safe, organized, and competitive environment. Collaborate with coaches and staff to promote positive team culture, uphold program standards, and enhance the overall student esports experience.

Required Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the administrative, logistical, and operational functions of an esports team or organization.
• Coordinate schedules, manage communication, assist with event setup and travel, and maintain equipment.
• Depending on circumstances, duties may also involve social media management, content creation, player development, and scouting.
• Manage communications between players, coaches, and staff.
• Attend and promote the Collin College eSports Program on Welcome Days and other recruiting events.
• Assist with the formation and maintenance of relationships with Collegiate and Business Institutions (i.e, video game, eSports companies, etc.).
• Maintain, clean, and organize gaming equipment (e.g., PCs, keyboards, mice).
• Set up gaming stations to exact specifications before events.
• Perform basic maintenance and check for necessary updates or software.
• Assist with cable management and general upkeep of facilities.
• Monitor the uses and metrics associated with the eSports Arena.
• Assist with the oversight of behavior within esports facilities to ensure compliance with all space, program, and college regulations.
• Assist the production team with live streams and broadcasts.
• Operate broadcasting and production systems as needed.
• Support the creation of original content, such as packages and docuseries.
• Manage and update social media accounts, coordinate with external media providers, if necessary.
• Assist with player recruitment and skill development.
• Coordinate with the Student‑Athlete Success Coach and program to ensure student success factors.
• Help balance academics and extracurricular activities for student‑athletes.
• Assist with game strategy and VOD (video‑on‑demand) analysis.
• Mentor players and promote a positive and inclusive team culture.
• Ensure adherence to all club or organization policies and regulations.

Supplemental Functions:

Perform other duties as assigned. Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and Core Values.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Esports and Gaming knowledge with familiarity with esports ecosystems
• Knowledge of major esports titles (e.g., League of Legends, Overwatch, Rocket League, Valorant) and their competitive formats
• Basic understanding of online gaming platforms (Steam, Battle.net, Epic Games, Riot Client)
• Awareness of esports industry trends, player conduct expectations, and competitive integrity standards
• Basic knowledge of PC hardware, gaming peripherals, and performance optimization
• Familiarity with console systems (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch) if applicable
• Awareness of esports production solutions: capture cards, mixers, webcams, microphones, lighting
• Knowledge of streaming platforms (Twitch, YouTube Gaming) and broadcasting software (OBS, Streamlabs, vMix)
• Understanding of scheduling software and roster management tools
• Knowledge of student engagement strategies and event/program planning
• Familiarity with tournament rules, eligibility guidelines, and reporting procedures for leagues such as PlayVS
• Basic streaming and broadcast production skills (scene setup, audio balancing, monitoring live streams)
• Strong verbal and written communication with players, coaches, and campus stakeholders
• Skill in conflict management and supporting team cohesion
• Skill in documentation and reporting (match results, attendance, equipment logs)
• Event organization skills, including tournaments, team meetings, and community engagement
• Time‑management skills to balance multiple tasks during practices and events
• Basic skill in ensuring equipment is safely used and stored
• Understanding of digital safety, account security, and privacy considerations
• Ability to work evenings or weekends based on competition schedules
• Ability to set up and maintain gaming PCs, consoles, and peripherals (Non‑IT level maintenance)
• Ability to provide clear instructions and maintain a professional demeanor
• Ability to work in dynamic environments and stay calm during live matches and high‑stress situations
• Ability to adapt to new game patches, meta changes, and evolving team needs
• Ability to work independently without constant supervision
• Ability to learn new tools, games, and technologies quickly

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

Light Work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly having to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for the Sedentary Work category and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated Light Work. Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Occasional physical effort required.

Requirements:

Associate degree and two (2) year's experience in record keeping – managing books, people, order generation, communication with vendors, maintaining vendor relationships, inventory management, student interaction (guidance and tool management), safety monitoring and guidance, set up / tear down of displays and demonstrations for events (industry context not mandatory).

This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required & Preferred Qualifications (if applicable):

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job‑related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non‑exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. This is a Security Sensitive position. Therefore candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

Compensation Type:

Hourly Employment Type: Part time Compensation: $21.93 Hourly For any employment questions, please contact HR at (972) 985‑3783 or send an email to: [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Dear Job Seekers,

Thank you for your interest in a position at Collin College!

Accolades

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Culture

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Benefits

We invite you to explore our competitive benefits today. Grow your career at Collin College today! Collin College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. For more information or assistance, contact Human Resources at (972) 985‑3783 or send an email.

Collin College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. For more information or assistance, contact Human Resources at (972) 985‑3783 or send an email.