Esports Coach

Job Description

The SSF Esports Program provides an opportunity for students to get involved and encourages community, competition, and career skill-building through its various programs and services. SSF Esports is dedicated to developing a necessary environment for Seneca students to put their skills to the test at the Collegiate level by participating in various tournaments and leagues. The job responsibilities of the Esports Staff for SSF Esports will include, but are not limited to, providing recruitment, roster building, team oversight, and developing student skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Working alongside the Esports Supervisor, the Coach helps manage all parts of the program
• Train, educate and mentor student athletes during practices and tournaments
• Help to recruit and maintain a sufficient size of roster to participate in tournaments and leagues
• Work with team managers to create and schedule team practices and league games
• Conduct Vod-reviews, team bonding exercises, opponent analysis etc. for the team
• Work with Esports team to coordinate community outreach and promotional content creation for the organization
• Ensure that all the team operations are always abiding by the league/tournament rules
• Carry out all responsibilities and duties assigned by SSF management or SSF Esports Supervisor
• Represent the College and SSF Esports at different events.

Qualifications

• Strong communications and organizational skills
• Must be a full-time student in Winter 2026 semester
• Must have past-experience in competitive Esports
• Must have comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of games coaching for
• Must be able to demonstrate ability to work with the team and inspire teamwork
• Must have knowledge of gaming/Esports software.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in a full-time program at Seneca
• Must reside in Ontario
• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. (Social Insurance Number (SIN) will be required upon hire to process payroll and employment records)
• Must have an account with a Canadian bank

Essential Employability Skills

• Superior written and oral communication skills to ensure transparent, effective, and timely communication
• Interact with others in groups or teams in ways that contribute to effective working relationships and the achievement of goals
• Use critical thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems
• Interact with others in groups or teams to support effective coordination and contribute to effective working relationships and common goals
• Responsibly and effectively manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects
• Analyze the impact of cultural and experiential differences on organizational objectives, operations, and practices
• Develop strategies to build positive personal and professional, group and network relationships.
• Analyze issues, risks, and limitations, and collaborate with diverse groups and interests to reach consensus and create opportunities
• Understand the importance of supporting integrative diversity, inclusive groups and effective communication from an operational and manager’s perspective
• Develop proficiency in understanding and implementing effective strategies in communication, management, negotiation, and operations
• Take responsibility for one's actions, decisions, and consequences.

Additional Information

• Employment type: Part-time
• Expected hours of work: Up to 25 hours per week
• Work location: In-person

Accessibility (AODA)

SSF is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

The Seneca Student Federation (SSF) is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the Seneca community. SSF welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities and is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable accessibility legislation. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact the Manager, Human Resources [email protected] at any stage of the hiring process.

Last Date to Apply: November 13, 2026, by 5:00 p.m.