Director of Esports

Company: Bushnell University
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 18, 2025

Job Description:

Position: Director of Esports (Part-Time, 12 months)Supervisor: Sarah Freeman, Associate Athletic DirectorBushnell University Overview:Founded in 1895, Bushnell University provides a holistic Christian education, fostering wisdom, faith, and service in its students. In joining the staff here, you will be part of an academic community that seeks to cultivate your faith while you make a difference in the lives of our students. Bushnell is the largest private university in Eugene's vibrant university district, which also includes the University of Oregon. Eugene is a college town small enough to know your neighbors and large enough to offer fantastic arts, entertainment, dining, healthcare, and educational opportunities. It is also an ideal place to enjoy the beautiful Pacific Northwest, being just one hour from the Oregon Coast, one hour from the Cascade Mountains, and less than two hours from Portland and the Columbia River Gorge.The Bushnell Athletic Department is a member of the NAIA, ECAC (Esports), and Cascade Collegiate Conference. Bushnell currently sponsors 17 athletic teams including: baseball, basketball (men's and women's), beach volleyball, cross country (men's and women's), esports, outdoor track & field and indoor track (men's and women's), golf (men's and women's), soccer (men's and women's), softball, and volleyball.Job Summary:Under the direction of the Associate Athletic Director, coach, plan, organize, recruit for, and coordinate the Bushnell University Esports Program.Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct all aspects of the Esports program: including recruiting, scholarship distribution, spiritual formation, budgeting, scheduling, rules compliance, practice, and game preparation, scheduling of contests, and supervision of assistants and game coaches.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate Esports within the academic, spiritual formation, and athletic philosophies of Bushnell University and NACE; verify eligibility of student-athletes according to established regulations and procedures.
• Maintain a minimum roster of 26+ student-athletes through recruiting and retaining that can be successful academically, socially, and as members of the esports program.
• Maintain and implement programs for retention during the on and off-season.
• Organize arena schedules for practice and game sessions.
• Manage and advocate for Esports arena needs and upgrades.
• Hire, evaluate, and supervise assistant staff and game coaches.
• Conduct fundraising activities for the Esports program (examples could include summer camps or raffle ticket sales).
• Establish and maintain Alumni relations.
• Attend all Athletic Director and/or Vice President for Student Development assigned events and functions.Special Requirements:Knowledge of/ability to:
  • Understand and work toward the goals of Bushnell University and NACE.
  • Know college policies, procedures, and trends related to Intercollegiate and competitive Esports.
  • NACE philosophy, rules, regulations, regarding eligibility, recruiting, financial aid, recruiting, game seasons, etc.
  • Proper coaching and motivation techniques.
  • High pedagogy of Esports.
  • Goals and objectives of assigned activity.
  • Risk management and safety regulations; applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
  • Budget preparation and control.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Operation of computer and applicable software.Experience and Qualification Requirements:Any combination equivalent to: bachelor's degree and extensive participation in competitive Esports. Two years of collegiate level experience preferred.Working Conditions/Special Requirements:
    • Bushnell University employees must have a maturing Christian Faith and be supportive of Bushnell's mission to foster wisdom, faith, and service through excellent academic programs within a Christ-centered community.
    • The position requires a strong commitment to multiculturalism and diversity.
    • The position requires working in a non-smoking, drug-free environment.
    • The employee must adhere to FERPA guidelines and student confidentiality at all times.
    • The employee must have high personal motivation, with great attention to detail and accuracy, project a positive and vibrant attitude in assisting people, and have high ethics of honesty and confidentiality with a genuine and gracious presence pertaining to the students, faculty, staff and business of the department and the University.
    • The position requires driving a vehicle, and the employee must possess (or have the ability to attain) an Oregon Driver's License and meet eligibility criteria under the University's auto policy.
    • The position may require lifting up to 40lbs, as well as bending, stooping, kneeling for the purposes of setting up and taking down game day equipment.
    • The position is subject to evening, weekend, and variable working hours including holidays.
    • The position involves indoor and outdoor work subject to adverse weather conditions.
    • Ability to participate in rigorous physical activity (dexterity of hands and fingers, loading and unloading of athletic training equipment of up to 40lbs., standing for extended periods of time, reaching overhead and above the shoulders, bending at the waist/kneeling).For consideration, please submit the application along with the following materials through Bushnell's Online Recruiting Site (link below):Cover letter addressing your skills, experience, knowledge; Resume; Contact information for three references; and a Personal 'Statement of Faith' that addresses how a maturing Christian faith finds expression in the candidate's personal life, family life, community life, and current church membership.Please note: Incomplete application packets may result in disqualification. Final candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background investigation.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Wendy Yamada at 541-684-7204 or wyamada@bushnell.edu.In compliance with the Clery Act, Bushnell University provides our Annual Security Report & Fire Safety Report online at https://www.bushnell.edu/student-life/campus-safety/. You may request a paper copy from the Office of Student Life by calling 541-684-7345. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the university.
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