Esports Teams Coordinator

Position Title:

Esports Teams Coordinator

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department:

34700 - School of Digital Media

Advertised Salary:

$47,000 - $52,000 Salary commensurate with education, experiences and other requirements.

Benefits:

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Position Title:

Esports Teams Coordinator

Location:

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department:

34700 - School of Digital Media

Advertised Salary:

$47,000 - $52,000 Salary commensurate with education, experiences and other requirements.

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

Admin / Admin Temp Benefit Plans

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Temporary/Continuing:

Continuing

Part-Time/Full-Time:

Full-Time

Union Group:

N/A

Term of Position:

12 Month

At Will/Just Cause:

At Will

Summary of Position:

• This position will develop and ensure the success of Ferris' Competitive esports program and is in charge of recruiting student-players, managing the budget, overseeing the general operations, coaching, and building the program identity.

• Duties include; supervising student staff and student-players, overseeing the daily operations of the esports arena, coordinating broadcast productions of esports competitions, and coordinating esports events hosted by Ferris State University.

• The preferred candidate will be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

• Travel for team tournaments and recruiting will be required.

• The anticipated start date for this position is March 2025. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed.

Position Type:

Staff

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Required Work Experience:

• At least three-years full-time work experience managing competitive esports teams / leagues.

• Experience working in both collegiate and professional esports.

• Experience as both a competitive esports player and coach.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

Physical Demands:

Office Environment

Bending

Carrying

Sitting

Driving

Repetitive movement

Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered:

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop, oversee, and manage Ferris esports teams.

• Help build team and individual skills to prepare student-athletes and the teams for success.

• Recruit and retain students for the esports program.

• Initiate and run practice, competition, and team-building activities.

• Coordinate off-season activity, practice schedules, and competition schedules.

• Organize team travel when required.

• Operates university motorized vehicles in a safe manner while performing job duties.

• Monitor and mentor the academic and mental well-being of players.

• Oversee daily operations of the esports arena.

• Oversee inventory, storage, budget, and maintenance of esports equipment.

• Partner with campus partners to ensure facility maintenance occurs when needed.

• Report safety issues to appropriate personnel and recommend improvements.

• Coordinate livestream broadcast productions of esports competitions.

• Plan, organize, and implement esports club programming.

• Coordinate and support small- and large-scale tournaments physically and virtually in the arena.

• Conduct camps, clinics, and promotional events to help market the program to potential students and donors.

• Select, train, and supervise student work staff that include; managing student employee performance, career development, and adherence to job standards.

• Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.

• Support, promote, and develop University student enrollment and retention initiatives.

• Collaborate with the Department of Athletics to ensure eligibility compliance for GLIAC-hosted esports competitions.

• Implement program policies and procedures.

• Maintain files and records and prepare reports as necessary.

• Review agreements, contract deadlines, rules, and compliance within any associated league, conference, and affiliates.

• Oversee and manage the program budget.

• Provide guidance and input on games selected for competition.

• Offer regular feedback on equipment upgrades, updates, and maintenance.

• Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities:

Skills and Abilities:

• Expert knowledge of multiple games, including some combination of; League of Legends, Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Valorant, or other popular esports game titles.

• Demonstrated commitment, experience, and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Coaching or teaching experience preferred.

• Experience recruiting high school or college students preferred.

• Ability to work with a diverse community of students, faculty, administrators, and professional colleagues.

• Demonstrated initiative and creativity.

• Strong relationship-building skills.

• Proficient written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to travel.

Required Documents:

Cover Letter

Resume

Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents:

Unofficial Transcript 2

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of their unofficial transcript for their bachelor's degree. The transcript must include the institution name, applicant name, date of degree attained, and degree awarded.

• Unofficial Transcript 2 (OPTIONAL): Applicants who have completed additional college coursework or attained a second degree may attach a copy of an unofficial transcript. The transcript must include the institution name, applicant name, date of degree attained, and degree awarded.

• The finalist will be required to submit an official transcript.

Initial Application Review Date:

March 14, 2025

Open Until Position is Filled?:

Yes

Posting Close Date:

EEO Statement:

Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement .

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