Coaching Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or on-call position. Assists in the planning, instruction (coaching), promotion and administration of a sport, game, or athletic program; assists with conditioning of players, skill development, and play techniques. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

• Instructing, teaching, and coaching student-athletes on game strategies and performance principles during practice and competition.
• Must be able to organize and facilitate multiple practices per week in person or using remote platforms.
• Conducting video analysis and instruction as a teaching and preparation tool.
• Willingness and ability to travel to LAN competitions.
• Ensuring player eligibility in all collegiate leagues and competitions and maintaining player records of that eligibility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior coaching, teaching, and/or advising experience
• Extensive experience and credentials in Valorant
• Significant knowledge of esports, including but not limited to general strategies, team building, skills building, and competition strategies
• Knowledge of collegiate esports rules and regulations

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

CV and cover letter

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

HTTPS://COMARTSCI.MSU.EDU/ESPORTS

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.