Head Esports Coach
Description
Greenville University is seeking a Head Esports Coach & Admissions
Representative to fill a dual-function role within the Enrollment Department.
This position splits time between leading the strategic, competitive, and
cultural development of the Panthers' varsity esports program and serving as
an Admissions Representative for the university. As a Christ-centered liberal
arts institution, Greenville is committed to developing “gamers of character”
— student athletes who compete at a high level while growing in faith,
academics, and personal integrity. Reporting to the Chief Enrollment Officer,
this individual will spend roughly half of their time coaching, recruiting
for, and administering the esports program out of the SMART Building esports
studio, and the other half carrying a standard admissions representative
caseload — managing a territory or applicant pool and guiding prospective
students through the enrollment funnel. This is an ideal role for someone who
wants to combine a passion for competitive gaming and player development with
a career in higher education admissions
Requirements
Esports Coaching ~50%
Competitive Leadership
Design and run practice schedules, scrims, VOD reviews, and skill-
development sessions for varsity roster(s) in the SMART Building studio
Develop in-game strategy, drafting/pick-ban philosophy, and matchup
preparation across current program titles (e.g., League of Legends,
Overwatch, Rocket League, Valorant, Smite)
Represent Greenville University in league play, including NACE
competition, seasonal fall/spring schedules, and travel to LAN events
Evaluate individual and team performance using scrim data, match stats,
and third-party analytics tool
Esports Recruiting
Build and maintain a recruiting pipeline by scouting ranked ladders, high
school esports leagues, showcases, and online scrim circuits
Develop a recruiting board/database tracking prospect rank, role, stats,
academic profile, and contact history
Initiate and manage outreach to prospects and families, including calls,
DMs, campus visits, and official/unofficial visit days
Run and evaluate tryouts and open scrims to assess skill, game sense,
communication, coachability, and mission fit
Manage roster construction and depth chart decisions across varsity and
developmental squad
Coordinate with Admissions on esports scholarship packaging and
application support for recruited players
Build relationships with high school and club esports coaches, organizers,
and streamers to strengthen the talent pipeline
Student-Athlete Development & Program Administration
Mentor players on time management, sportsmanship, communication, and
mental performance
Monitor academic progress and enforce program GPA/eligibility standards in
partnership with academic advising
Promote healthy gaming habits, including ergonomics, screen-time balance,
and injury prevention
Manage program budget, equipment inventory, and scheduling for the SMART
Building esports studio
Ensure compliance with NACE, conference, and institutional eligibility
rules and the GU Student Handbook
Assist with content and promotion efforts alongside GU Marketing and
Enrollment Communications
Support camps, clinics, and community outreach events to build local
pipeline and program visibility
Admissions Representative ~50%
Manage an assigned recruiting territory or applicant caseload, independent
of esports recruiting
Conduct campus tours and information sessions for prospective students and
families
Counsel prospective students through the application, financial aid, and
enrollment decision process
Represent Greenville University at college fairs, high school visits, and
recruiting travel within the assigned territory
Track and manage prospect/applicant activity using the university's CRM
(e.g., Slate), and report on funnel metrics (inquiries, applications,
admits, deposits) to Enrollment leadership
Collaborate with Financial Aid, academic departments, and Student Life on
yield and enrollment initiatives
Participate in Enrollment Department events such as admitted student days,
orientation, and open houses
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant
experience
2+ years of coaching, competitive playing, or team leadership experience
in esports (collegiate, amateur, or professional)
Deep knowledge of at least one core title's meta, strategy, and
competitive ecosystem
Strong communication, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills
Demonstrated ability to recruit and evaluate talent, including outreach,
prospect tracking, and closing commitments
Comfort operating within an enrollment/admissions framework, including
funnel metrics, CRM tools, and lead-to enrollment conversion
Willingness and ability to carry a traditional admissions representative
caseload in addition to esports coaching duties
Ability to work evenings and weekends for practices, matches, travel, and
admissions events
Ability to affirm and support Greenville University's Christian mission
and community life expectations
Preferred
Prior head coach, assistant coach, or team captain experience in
collegiate or professional esports
Prior experience in college admissions, recruiting, or a related
representative role
Familiarity with scouting/analytics tools (e.g., Mobalytics, GRID,
Overwolf-based tools)
Experience managing recruiting pipelines and scholarship considerations in
a small-college or NAIA-adjacent environment
Familiarity with CRM/enrollment management systems (e.g., Slate) and
admissions funnel reporting
Working knowledge of streaming/broadcast basics (OBS, Twitch) and
content workflows Experience working with 18–22 year old student
populations in a faith-based educational setting
Salary Band: $29,250-$45,000/Annually. Individual rates within the range will
be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance,
equity with others in the department, market rates for positions and
department budget.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are
unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Greenville University's Mission:
Greenville University is liberal arts University that empowers students for
lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered
education. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to be a Christ-centered
institution.
GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY : The university is located 50 miles east of St.
Louis in an attractive residential community of approximately 7,000 people.
Greenville was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist
Church yet draws students from 40+ denominations. For additional information,
please visit our website: www. greenville.edu.
Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
age, sex, disability, family responsibilities, or national or ethnic origin,
in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal
laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University
seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of
evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus
Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to
the University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code
of conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged
to apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with
the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the
basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights
Act of 1964 as amended).
