Graduate Assistant Coach - eSports

Position Information

Position Title Graduate Assistant Coach - eSports

FLSA Exempt

Primary Responsibilities

St. Lawrence University is currently seeking applicants for a Graduate Assistant for Esports. This 9-month position (August, 2026 - May, 2027) is targeted toward graduate students seeking a master's degree. Remuneration includes a very competitive coaching stipend, student health insurance, and eligibility for tuition remission (6 graduate classes per year in the University's graduate program). St Lawrence offers Graduate programs in Educational Leadership.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide instruction, and must have the knowledge and ability to coach/teach various titles through coaching strategy, in-game communication, team coordination, and teaching mechanical skills. Titles may include (League of Legends, Rocket League, Super Smash Brothers Ultimate, and additional titles TBA ).

• Communicate with possible recruits and coordinate on-campus visits.

• Assist in managing all dimensions of the esports program to include maintaining the esports arena, managing and maintaining equipment, manage social media accounts, and research news and trends that affect the delivery, impact and message of the esports program.

• Host and develop community initiatives like tournaments, special projects, summer camps and clinics.

• Coordinate with sports information staff to help market and promote esports.

• Promote student retention and facilitate interpersonal development between teammates.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.

• Strong oral and written communication skills are necessary.

• A valid driver's license and ability to meet the requirements to drive University vehicles required.

• Must apply and be accepted in the graduate program at St. Lawrence University.

Preferred Qualifications

Collegiate playing and/or coaching experience preferred.

Salary $888 biweekly

Status (FT, PT, Seasonal, Temp) FT Seasonal

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ST01471

Desired Start Date 08/10/2026

Open Date (to accept applications)

Close Date (date applications will not be considered)

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

Candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and contact information for 3 professional references. These documents can be uploaded in the "Applicant Documents" section of your application.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position may be directed to Kadin deRuijter, Esports Coordinator, [email protected].

All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher?

• Yes

• No

• * Do you hold a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Resume

• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Optional Documents