Morningside University, a NAIA institution, is accepting applications for a Head Esports Coach. This person is responsible for directing and managing all aspects of the Esports program.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and grow student-athletes
• Year-round recruitment of talented student-athletes; actively making contacts through phone calls, traveling to games, school visits, home visits, using social media, etc.
• Coordinate, monitor, and evaluate all aspects of the Esports program
• Enhance and monitor the educational opportunities for student-athletes in the Esports program
• Promote positive image of Esports program and represent the College in a positive manner
• Build trusting relationships with athletes and serve as a positive role model
• Construct goals for the Esports program, expectations and responsibilities of the team members and policies
• Schedule one-on-one meetings with team members throughout the year
• Team marketing; website content, promotional events, community service, newsletter, etc.
• Oversee and manage yearly and long-term budget
• Monitor expenditure of funds
• Prepare and submit budgetary requestions on a timely basis
• Provide each student athlete with a positive, meaningful educational experience through athletics

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Excellent communication and strategies planning skills
• Ability to work effectively with numerous constituencies in the university environment and beyond
• Strong motivation and organizational skills

Review of applications for the position will begin immediately and will continue until filled. Successful completion of background check verification is required. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, religion, creed, race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, national origin, or other characteristics protected by state and federal law. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Director of Human Resources at welp@morningside.edu.

Please submit a letter of application, resume and 3 professional references to:  employment@morningside.edu