Head Coach eSports

University of Bridgeport; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Bridgeport seeks a dynamic esports program leader to recruit, train, and guide student-athletes, aligning with the Athletics and Recreation departments’ mission. The role focuses on academic, athletic, and social success, with a minimum roster size target of 25 per year.

Strong leadership, integrity, and recruitment systems are essential. The successful candidate will collaborate with coaches, staff, and students to promote esports excellence, organize competitions, and manage

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Coaching and/or participation at collegiate level preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in esports.
• Ability to work weekdays, evenings and weekends.
• Willingness to fundraise.
• CPR/AED certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Represent the University of Bridgeport with integrity.
• Promote and support the Athletic Department’s program mission.
• Provide leadership in planning and operation of the esports program.
• Organize training and contests for esports teams.
• Coordinate travel and meal considerations for away contests.
• Enforce discipline and sportsmanship within the program.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Coaching experience

Esports knowledge and experience

Availability evenings/weekends

Fundraising willingness

CPR/AED certification

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; advanced degree preferred

Job description

The mission of The University of Bridgeport is to promoteacademic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment toservice. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturallydiverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for lifeand leadership in an increasingly interconnected world.

Position Description Summary/Purpose :

Recruits, trains and provides guidance to members of the ESPORTSteam in a manner which promotes the academic, athletic and socialsuccess of its competitors and is consistent with the mission andgoals of the University of Bridgeport Athletics and Recreationdepartments. The eSports program is expected to recruitstudent-athletes that can be successful academically, socially andathletically at the University of Bridgeport, meeting a minimumroster size of 25 unique student-athletes each year;

Major Task, Duties and Responsibility:

• Represent the University of Bridgeport and the AthleticDepartment in a positive manner with a high degree of integrity andquality.
• Promote and support the University of Bridgeport and itsmission.
• Promote and support the University of Bridgeport AthleticDepartment’s program mission and goals.
• Promote the eSports program
• Provide leadership in the planning and operation of theprogram.
• Administer eSports program within the policies of University ofBridgeport and the ECAC.
• Organize training and contests
• Adhere to operating, and equipment budgets as established bythe Athletic Department.
• Delegate responsibilities to staff, student workers
• Develop and maintain a successful recruiting system whilemaintaining a high level of visibility.
• Assist in promotion and public relations activities for theUniversity of Bridgeport Athletic Department.
• Schedule contests in accordance with the policies set forth bythe University of Bridgeport Athletic & RecreationDepartments
• Coordinate travel and meal considerations for awaycontests.
• Enforce discipline and sportsmanship behavior.
• Other duties as assigned by the Vice President ofAthletics

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent; advanced degreepreferred;
• CPR/AED certification;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Coaching and /or participation at collegiate levelpreferred
• Knowledge and experience in eSports
• Ability to work weekdays, evenings and weekends;
• Candidate must have a valid driver’s license and meet University of Bridgeport’s DrivingRequirements;
• Willingness to fundraise;

Physical and Mental Requirements :

Work Environment

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Outdoor Weather Conditions

X

Work with fumes or airborne particles

X

Work near moving mechanical parts

X

Risk of electrical shock

X

Vibration

X

Physical Activity

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Talking & Hearing

X

Using hands/fingers to handle/feel

X

Climbing or balancing

X

Bending, pulling, pushing

X

Driving

X

Lifting Requirements

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

Up to 75 pounds

X

Up to 100 pounds

X

Over 100 pounds

X

Vision requirements ( Especially relevant if driving isrequired by the job)

_X_ Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)

___ Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)

___ Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguishcolors)

___ Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can beseen up and down or left and right while the eyes are fixed on agiven point)

___ Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability tojudge distances and spatial relationships)

___ No special vision requirements

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between The University of Bridgeport and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change bythe University as the needs of the University and requirements ofthe job change.)

The University of Bridgeport provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexualorientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University of Bridgeport complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion,termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.