What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Esports Coach position at Iowa Valley Community College District?
Job Title: Assistant Esports Coach
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Director of Esports, Head Esports Coach
Location: Marshalltown Community College, Marshalltown, IA
Rate of Pay: Stipend
Summary: The purpose of this position is to provide the Head Esports Coach and Esports Director assistance in various areas. Responsibilities include but are not limited to recruiting student-athletes, coaching, summer camps, and personnel and facility management. The successful candidate will strive to provide a quality environment that will support student-athlete success on the field and in the classroom. The coach will seek to develop positive relationships on campus as well as in the community.
Job Duties:
Department: Athletics
Reports To: Director of Esports, Head Esports Coach
Location: Marshalltown Community College, Marshalltown, IA
Rate of Pay: Stipend
Summary: The purpose of this position is to provide the Head Esports Coach and Esports Director assistance in various areas. Responsibilities include but are not limited to recruiting student-athletes, coaching, summer camps, and personnel and facility management. The successful candidate will strive to provide a quality environment that will support student-athlete success on the field and in the classroom. The coach will seek to develop positive relationships on campus as well as in the community.
Job Duties:
- Coaching of one or more specific game title within the esports program
- Player development, including goal setting and progress monitoring
- Recruitment of new students to the esports program and college
- Personnel management and conflict resolution with assigned rosters
- Running practices with assigned rosters
- Game day personnel and facility management, including match chat operations and technical support
- Assisting with in-person events including tryouts, summer camps, competitions, IAHSEA tournaments, etc.
- Retention of students by monitoring academics, wellbeing, and burnout
- Regular communications with head coach and/or director about status of rosters and any ongoing concerns
Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent
Certifications and Licenses: N/A
Abilities:
- Coaching and player development
- Goal setting and monitoring
- Personnel management
- Oral and written communication
- Knowledge of and ability to follow college, NJCAA, and NECC policies and procedures
- Knowledge of collegiate esports program
- Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
- Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
Note: Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Iowa Valley Community College District does not discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, actual or potential family, parental or marital status, or other protected classes. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the District Equity Coordinator, 3702 S. Center Street, Marshalltown, IA 50158, 641-844-5523, Equity@iavalley.edu.