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Davenport Community Schools Designated Esports Coordinator - the district reserves the right to split this position between two qualified candidates in Davenport, Iowa
Designated Esports Coordinator - the district reserves the right to split this position between two qualified candidates JobID: 11473
Position Type:
Athletics/ Coach
Date Posted:
11/20/2024
Location:
Central High School
The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer. Duties & Responsibilities: Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)
Oversee and supervise the Central Esports Program, cultivating and enforcing a positive community for all students
Must provide adequate supervision before, during and after practices/meets.
Must demonstrate ability to communicate with all stakeholders including but not limited to administration, staff, students and (potentially) booster club.
Good attendance and punctuality are necessary to ensure that the duties and responsibilities of the job are performed successfully.
Successful candidate must possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students to ensure each child reaches his/her full potential.
Provide and cultivate student leadership for Central’s Esports Programs
Serve as the Designated Esports Coordinator (DEC) with the Iowa High School Esports Association (IAHSEA) for Central High School
Maintain and recruit competitive teams in IAHSEA offered titles
Ensure all adherence to the membership requirements of the IAHSEA, including student, DEC, and school code of conducts, which includes student academic requirements for participation
Ensure transparent and consistent communication with the District Esports Program Coordinator
Cultivate community partnerships to fundraise for equipment upgrades or other expenses
Keep knowledgeable of trends and and best practices for esports programs
Participate in applicable training opportunities for school-based designated esports coordinators
Assist in growing esports at every level.
Physical Requirements of Position:(HBV ?Yes ?No)(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to -
Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs. such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture.
Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather.
Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Noise level is quiet to loud.
Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.
Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms.
Substance-free environment.
Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of student.
Special Qualification Desired:(Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)
Proficient in use of digital tools, including game launchers, OBS, and Discord
Knowledgeable in the Iowa High School Esports Association offerings
Proven expertise at taking the initiative to accomplish projects
Either previous experiences with Esports Management in the scholastic space and/or K-12 coaching experience