Department of Telecommunications

Director of Esports

Ball State University

Ball State University’s Department of Telecommunications welcomes applicants for the Director of Esports as part of the Mid-American Conference new Esports Collegiate Conference. The Director of Esports will oversee and lead the creation, coaching and operation of the Ball State Varsity Esports team, the collegiate conference composed of the Mid-American Conference institutions, and national organizations such as TESPA and NACE, serve as the Head Coach of the Varsity Esports team and be responsible for the BSU Varsity Esports team, venue, activities and budget. The Director will also oversee BSU and community activities related to Esports.

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Sports Management, Sports Administration, Game Design, Computer Sciences or related field from an accredited institution. Two of years of experience managing competitive computer gaming. Two years of experience managing budgets and facilities. Ability to develop and pursue the vision, manage the business components, and develop plans to meet goals across all areas of the program. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to effectively develop and manage teams. Ability to successfully navigate complex networks of relationships, develop and maintain positive working relationships with students, staff personnel, academic personnel, and officials of external agencies and the general public. Excellent oral and written communication skills to convey thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively. Effective marketing skills. Ability to work independently, set priorities, meet deadlines and work on various projects and programs concurrently. Ability to research, collect and analyze data. Commitment to diversity and multicultural programs and student development theory and ability to work with a high level of cultural competence and sensitivity. Knowledge of and familiarity with computer applications, such as ggLeap, Discord, online gaming sites – Battle.net, and Steam, Microsoft Office, data management systems, Adobe Creative Suite, Internet, email, etc.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred qualifications: Master’s degree in Communications, Sports Management, Sports Administration, Game Design or a related field from an accredited institution.

Apply today! Include the following documents with your application: resume and cover letter. The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will be accepted through August 12, 2020.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, approximately 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students enroll each year in diverse academic programs on and off campus. Our students come from all Indiana counties, all 50 states and 68 countries to pursue knowledge in seven academic colleges offering 190 undergraduate majors, 130 undergraduate minors, 140 graduate programs and 200 study abroad programs.

The Ball State way is rooted in the Beneficence Pledge – a commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarship, honesty and integrity, social responsibility, gratitude and valuing the intrinsic worth of each member of our community. Ball State students, faculty and staff are empowered in a culture that believes in them and demands they believe in themselves. They are partners in an innovative, immersive approach to education. They are supported by living and learning facilities that enable intellectual curiosity. We graduate scholars who are changing the world, and we’ve dedicated our University to do the same.

The university offers an excellent wellness program and extensive benefits offerings to include a generous paid time off package and paid parental leave. For further information regarding benefits please visit:

https://cms.bsu.edu/About/AdministrativeOffices/HumanResources/Jobs/Benefits-and-Community/professional-staff

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.