Job Description
The YMCA of Central Texas is seeking an Esports Director for our Association located in Round Rock, Texas.
Job Description
Under the direction of the Executive Director, CHASCO, the Esports Director will plan and deliver Esports programming throughout the Association and through scholastic partnerships in our community.
The Esports Director ensures every user has an exceptional gaming experience!
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Game Art & Design, Recreation, Business Management, Communications or a related field preferred
- NAECAD Certification preferred
- Highly motivated, organized, personable, enthusiastic displaying leadership abilities.
- Three or more years of experience coaching and coordinating esports at the High School or Collegiate level
- Five or more years of coaching/teaching in a sports environment
- Are adaptable, flexible, and enjoy variety in your work environment
- Serve as a leader in the Annual Giving campaign and other fundraising initiatives;
- Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility; implement character development and the YMCA core values in all programs and all aspects of Center operations
- Must be able to pass background and drug screening
Essential Functions
- Develops and plans new Esports programming for the YMCA of Central Texas
- Assists with program marketing
- Maintains strong relationships and provides Esports support to school districts utilizing YMCA afterschool care
- Plans and implements new programming with community and Org mission in mind
- Strong communication skills; Able to consistently and regularly communicate with partnering school districts and Association branches
- Oversees general operations of Esports leagues and tournaments for the Association
- Hosts Jamboree or tournaments quarterly with school districts and Association branches.
- Works with Branch Program Directors and Afterschool Executive Directors to ensure positive and inclusive gaming experience
- Works with Branch Program Directors and Afterschool Executive Directors to ensure registration and program information is distributed on time.
- Recruits gamers; Provides Supervision, direction and support
- Trains and assists users in operating gaming platforms
- Responds and interacts with users via email, online chat and social media
- Build network of gamers to become active members of the Y Esports program
- Maintain knowledge of featured, new and upcoming games
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