Graduate Assistant: Esports Coach Job at North Park University, Chicago, IL

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  • North Park University
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

About North Park

Founded in 1891, North Park University is a Christian university affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church of over 3,200 students from around the country and the world.

North Park University is located in the Albany Park neighborhood of Chicago, one of the most ethnically diverse zip codes in the United States. It is nine miles from downtown Chicago. The North Park campus has often been referred to as an oasis in the heart of the city – a place where students from urban, rural, and suburban backgrounds alike can call home. And all of this within the major metropolitan backdrop of Chicago: one of the world’s largest and most diversified economies, renowned for its museums and music, and voted best large city in the U.S. for four years in a row by Condé Nast Traveler.

Mission

The mission of North Park University is to prepare students for lives of significance and service through education in the liberal arts, professional studies, and theology.

Vision

Building on our core institutional identity—Christian, city-centered, intercultural—our vision is to create a university of uncommon character and enduring excellence, where faith, learning, and service meet.

Position Summary

North Park University, a member of the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin, would like to announce that applications are now being accepted for the position of Esports Graduate Assistant Coach. The assistantship will begin in August 2024 and includes tuition remission, a partial meal plan, and a $3,000 stipend per semester.

Responsibilities

  • Assists the Director of Esports with the daily operations of the Esports programs at North Park University.
  • Analyze performance and instruct athletes in gaming techniques and strategies in preparation for and during competition.
  • Assist with all phases of competitive recruiting.
  • Execute practice and tournament planning/evaluation, including video exchange and breakdown.
  • Ensure a commitment to the academic success of Esports student-athletes, including monitoring academic performance, attendance, and social behavior.
  • Build and sustain positive relationships with student-athletes, parents, alumni, faculty, staff, and the campus community.
  • Have a working knowledge of and a commitment to intercollegiate Esports rules and regulations.
  • Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Esports, Assistant Vice President for Athletics and Sport Management, and Associate and Assistant Athletic Directors.

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree is required.
  • Applicant must obtain acceptance in a North Park University graduate program.
  • Applicant must be able to work an untraditional work schedule (i.e. frequent nights and weekends).
  • Coaching or playing experience and extensive knowledge of the Esports are required.
  • Able to travel with team, by vehicle or plane.
  • A valid driver’s license is required; Use of personal vehicle to travel to/from practice and or competition.
  • Possess a clear understanding and personal commitment to North Park’s mission of Christian higher education.

Job Tags

Night shift, Weekend work,

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