The Athletic Department at Keene State College is seeking applications for an Assistant Esports Coach. This is a part-time, non-benefited position with appointment dates from mid-August to mid-June.

Reporting to the Head Coach for Esports, the succesful candidate will assist with the administration and organization of this inagural program.

Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assisting in the development of players’ skills, strategies, and teamwork in Valorant; collaborating with the head coach to plan and conduct two team practices each week; analyzing gameplay footage to identify areas for improvement and provide constructive feedback to players, as well as prepare for competition outside of practice; developing and implementing effective strategies for multiple in-game situations; providing emotional and strategic support to players, fostering a positive and competitive team culture; maintaining open and effective communication with players, coaching staff, and college administration via Email, Phone and Discord server; mandatory presence, remotely or physically, for two team practices each week, as well as weekly competitions against other collegiate institutions within NACE Starleague; represent Keene State College to the highest degree, both online and in-person, and maintain professionalism in all interactions with Keene State College students, staff and families as well as those from competing institutions.

High school diploma or equivalent; must be 18 years of age or older; demonstrated history of success in Valorant, in matchmaking or organized play; understanding of the Collegiate Esports industry and NACE Starleague.

Associate’s Degree or higher; 1+ years of Valorant, or general Esports coaching experience; active on social media such as X (formerly Twitter) and/or Twitch (or comparable content creaton website.) Additionally, the College has identified desirable qualifications that support our commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse campus community including the ability to speak a second language or to bring a multicultural perspective to the campus.

Starting salary:  $10.00 per hour.

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online:

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until Friday, January 5, 2024.

Keene State College is located in the scenic Monadnock region of Southwest New Hampshire, and is an affiliate of the University System of New Hampshire. Located approximately 2 hours from Boston or Hartford CT, and 4 hours from New York City, the region contains many opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, cultural events, and a strong sense of community. To learn more about Keene State College, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, please
visit:https://www.keene.edu, https://www.usnh.edu/ or https://www.ci.keene.nh.us.