Urgently Require Esports Head Coach - Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT

Job title: Esports Head Coach - Sacred Heart University Company: Sacred Heart University Job description: Title | Job Details Esports Head Coach Category: Student Affairs/ Services Subscribe: Department: Club Sports [CLS] Locations: Fairfield, CT Posted: Sep 22, 2023 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: PT No Benefits Position ID: 167822 Share About Sacred Heart University: As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University's nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent's College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change-in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges-2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools-2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. Job Description: PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee all aspects of the Esports program, demonstrating effective communication and planning, strong organizational and administrative skills, and sound decision-making.
• Responsible for the recruitment and retention of Esports team members.
• Organize, plan and conduct practices, games, tournaments and hold individual skill instructions session.
• Work directly with leagues as a liaison for the University.
• Coordinate with the athletic communications office to provide accurate data for game scores as well as individual and team accomplishments.
• Participate in the development of the whole student-- regarding individual well-being and life skills.
• Help monitor and ensure the academic progress of team members.
• Represent the program with the highest level of professionalism, sportsmanship and integrity.
• Foster and maintain a culture that demonstrates a commitment to compliance with all league, conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
• Foster and maintain a culture that demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as well as trust and mutual respect.
• Provide ongoing input on design of esports facility and selection of equipment, as well as preventive maintenance of inventory.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Athletic Director for Club Sports and Recreation

Requirements: Nights and weekends will be required. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS NEEDED:

• Minimum 1-2 years coaching eSports
• Detailed knowledge of eSports industry
• Master's degree preferred, Bachelor's required
• Experience competing in competitive eSports leagues

Additional Information: Statement of Personal & Organizational Responsibility for Inclusive Excellence Inclusive Excellence is the recognition that our institution's success is dependent on how well we value, engage, and include the rich diversity of students, staff, faculty, administrators, alums, and surrounding community. It is a mastery of inclusion that fosters a consistent sense of belonging. Inclusive Excellence is aspirational and is the pillar that guides the mission, vision, and function of this unit. To achieve Inclusive Excellence, our personal and organizational responsibilities are to:

• Actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a culture of inclusion and belonging; a safe space where all may thrive and succeed.
• Participate in educational and developmental activities to increase awareness and competencies of issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; apply that understanding to guide your approach to all aspects of your job and the community as a whole.
• Demonstrate that we are "Stronger Together" as described in the Office for Inclusive Excellence

. Application Instructions: Please apply online, faxes and emails will not be accepted. A cover letter is appreciated. Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live. Expected salary: Location: Fairfield, CT Apply Job!