Esports Head Coach

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Are you a forward thinker and confident working on changing motion-based technologies? Grand Canyon University’s College of Arts and Media is looking for an Esports Head Coach. The Esports Head Coach is responsible for overseeing the competitive and developmental aspects of the collegiate Esports program. This role involves strategic coaching and recruiting of the varsity teams, managing club teams and their student managers, cultivating alumni relations, and serving as the primary Strength & Conditioning coach for players. The coach will ensure the academic, physical, and mental well-being of student-athletes, fostering an environment that upholds the institution’s values and mission.

What you will do:

• Develop and implement game strategies to enhance team performance in VALORANT and Rocket League.

• Coordinate practices, scrimmages, and competitive match schedules.

• Film, review, and analyze gameplay to provide constructive feedback.

• Scout and recruit high school talent and potential walk-ons for team positions.

• Implement comprehensive strength and conditioning programs tailored to the unique needs of esports athletes.

• Other Duties as assigned

What you will need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Advanced education or certifications in coaching/S&C are a plus.

• Prior experience in managing team dynamics, preferably in an esports environment.

• Must pass background investigation

• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Bonus:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Why work at GCU:

• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan

• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays

• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events

• Free covered parking

• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program

• Free on-site gyms on campus