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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Beaver is seeking applicants for the position of part-time Coed E-Sports Head Coach.

Candidates must be committed to our mission and will be responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of all activities related to the Esports program. These areas include but are not limited to planning and supervising of practices, games/matches, management of budgets, control of equipment and supplies, recruiting potential student-athletes, scouting opponents, and organization and implementation of program development activities.

This candidate must abide by league rules and regulations, assist with the monitoring of the academic progress of student-athletes. Recruit an appropriate number of competent student-athletes to field teams meeting and exceeding competition minimum standards. Oversee all game/match coaching and practice sessions and maintain the Esports arena.

This candidate must also conduct team try-outs, plan, and schedule regular practice sessions, where applicable. Evaluate team and individual performances. Provide input on scheduling and monitor team budgets. Maintain accurate uniform and equipment inventories, project future supply needs. Review and confirm team statistics and assist with conference pre/post-season award process. Lead camps and promotional activities and also assist with social media platforms and discord channel.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Electronically submit a cover letter, resume and references through https://hr.psu.edu/careers.

Any questions, contact:

            Marcess Williams

            Assistant Director of Athletics

            mew23@psu.edu

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and su