Assistant Director, Esports Job Listing at DePaul University in Chicago, IL (Job ID 1795)

Description

The Highlights: As part of the Office of Student Involvement at DePaul University, the Assistant Director for Esports oversees and creates the strategic vision for DePaul's Esports program, which is comprised of 1300+ students who participate at a recreational level and 175+ students who participate on one of DePaul's 30+ competitive teams. This position will lead efforts around Esports that strategically enhance campus life and student engagement to build community, connectedness and student learning at DePaul. The Assistant Director will report to the  Director of Student Involvement within the Division of Student Affairs.  This position will supervise the Coordinator for Esports, manage two Gaming Centers, supervise student staff in the Esports program, and facilitate other Esports initiatives, including overseeing DePaul's Esports recruitment efforts of new students to DePaul. This position will also foster direct connections with other interested areas with a focus on academic units that support and amplify the experience of student gamers at DePaul.
 

What You'll Do:

• Oversee and set the strategic vision for DePaul's Esports program.  Oversight of the program includes direct personnel supervision of the Esports Coordinator (pending position) and members of the Esports Student Leadership Team, with indirect supervision of a graduate assistant and various student leader roles. Provide support to DePaul's competitive teams via designated student  captains and coaches 
• Manage the day to day operations of the Esports Gaming Center and the Competitive Teams Center 
• Serve as the main point of contact and representative for DePaul Esports for recruitment events in the Chicagoland area and online via Discord.  Serve as the main liaison between DePaul Esports and Admissions by utilizing Slate and other DePaul platforms. 
• Facilitate academic connections for the Esports program, including coordinating logistics and marketing efforts for the Esports Summer Camp. 
• Serve as a representative to the BIG EAST Esports Committee and coordinate DePaul's participation in multiple titles in the conference.  Work collaboratively to advance Esports in the BIG EAST Conference. 
• Serve as a member of the Student Involvement Manager Team.  Collaborate on various Student Involvement, divisional and university committees and projects. 
• Direct supervision of Esports Coordinator and various student staff.  Indirect supervision of graduate assistant and additional members of the Esports Student Leadership Team.
• Responsible for a budget totaling up to $75,000.  Responsible for negotiation of contracts up to $10,000.
  
   

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree, required.
• At least three to five years of professional experience advising college students and organizations and working with diverse populations required (two years of graduate experience will equate to one year of professional experience).
• Experience with a collegiate Esports program strongly, preferred.
• Experience supervising others, preferred.
• Masters degree in student affairs, higher education, college student personnel, counseling or related field preferred.
• Ability to facilitate leadership development and conversations with student leaders. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, handle multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; demonstrate initiative. 
• Ability to engage collaboratively with departmental team and university areas. 
• Ability to effectively communicate with students and colleagues in writing, verbally, and in presentations. 
• Ability to develop professional relationships and engage collaboratively with students, faculty, staff and university partners. 
• Ability to plan large-scale events with attention to detail and multiple stakeholders. 
• Ability to develop effective training sessions and modules for large groups of student leaders.
• Work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.
   

  The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $50,174.00 to $61,820.00 per year.  The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Perks:

• Working for a stable and well-known University.
• Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
• Full-Time Benefits

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Vincentian Mission:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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