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is work-study eligible*THIS POSITION IS FOR THE 2025–26 ACADEMIC YEAR*

This position begins in August 2025 and continues during the 2025–26 academic year. Limited hours may be available during the summer (June-August 2025) depending on needs, interest, and availability.

University of Washington Esports 

University of Washington Esports fields competitive rosters that represent the University of Washington across various gaming titles. The program is run on the foundational pillars of community, career, and competition, all anchored in the Husky Union Building Esports Arena & Gaming Lounge: A 1,000 square-foot full-service gaming center supporting casual and competitive gaming. The space serves as the nerve center and nexus between student communities, interactive media partners, and gaming culture. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Student Life is committed to developing and maintaining an inclusive climate that honors the diverse array of students, faculty, and staff. We strive to provide pathways for success and to purposefully confront and dismantle existing physical, social, and psychological barriers for minoritized students and communities.  We engage in this work while learning and demonstrating cultural humility. 

Job Description

The Community Coordinator for University of Washington Esports fosters connections between students and the organization through digital community platforms, events, and workshops. The position will maintain an active presence with the campus community by interfacing with Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), campus partners and more on behalf of the organization. The position provides support for competitive, broadcasting, and marketing projects through regular communication and maintaining event timelines. In collaboration with the Esports Manager and other HUB staff, the Community Coordinator will work to engage and grow the University of Washington Esports community. 

Soft Skills

Just as important to those skills needed to complete daily work tasks, so are the skills needed in how you work. Successful soft skills for University of Washington Esports include: Organization, Analysis skills, Structured Thinking, Time Management

Responsibilities 

  • Manage the University of Washington Esports events team to host regular events for University of Washington Esports to foster a healthy and inclusive environment.
  • Contribute to content strategy on digital platforms and public-facing communications with community-centric perspective.
  • Strategize and execute compelling engagement opportunities with the program through Discord, events, and more.
  • Track data and document efficacy of UW Esports community efforts, including attendance, program affiliate engagement and recruitment, and more.
  • Recruit for and lead the University of Washington Esports events team, consisting of student volunteers.
  • Attend and participate in team meetings, unit-specific and HUB student staff orientation/training.
  • Maintain communication with the Esports Manager for project updates, assignments and progress reports.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications 

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Initiative and the ability to follow through on projects, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work in a team setting as well as autonomously.
  • Ability to work within philosophy, mission and purpose of the HUB.
  • Currently enrolled as a student in good standing at the University of Washington with a minimum of 6 undergraduate or 4 graduate credits.
  • Currently authorized to work in the US.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of PC and console gaming, gaming culture/community, and UW campus community.
  • Experience managing volunteers.
  • Experience engaging with campus and gaming communities through digital platforms and in-person events.
  • Knowledge of Discord messaging, server administration, and channel management.
  • Experience with graphic design (preferably Adobe Creative Suite; personal license not required).
  • Previous and current coursework in Marketing, Communications, Business or related courses.
  • Previous or current membership in student government, RSO, or related organizations.
  • Demonstrated commitment and interest in campus involvement and leadership.
  • Ability to understand, articulate and learn issues of social justice, equity and cultural competency.

Learning Competencies

The Husky Union Building provides student employees with a meaningful work experience. Some intended learning competencies that will be developed in this position include:

Communication

  • Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly in written and oral forms to internal/external entities

Critical Thinking/Problem Solving

  • Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues and make decisions
  • Obtain and use knowledge, facts, and data in problem solving process

Personal Responsibility

  • Demonstrate effective work habits such as punctuality, teamwork, time management, and integrity
  • Use mistakes as learning opportunities

Leadership

  • Leverage strengths of self and others to achieve commons goals
  • Mentor and develop others
  • Use emotional intelligence to motivate, prioritize, and delegate work

Supervision

This position reports to the Esports Manager.

Job Hours

5-15 hours per week, Monday-Friday (fall, winter, and spring; limited hours available in summer). Occasional evening and weekend hours for programs, events, and training. Hours vary based on academic breaks and University Holidays. Schedules are determined by workload, class schedule, and academic responsibilities. Benefits include 5 hours of free PC gaming time at the HUB Esports Arena for each week of paid work. Ideal candidates can commit to at least one academic year. This position is work study eligible.

Project Persistence

As part of our commitment to the student experience, the HUB and the Division of Student Life will review each student employees’ academic progress via GPA reviews. The intent of these grade checks is to offer our student employees holistic support and connect students to resources and academic support services should the need arise. These reviews will begin after you complete your first quarter of employment. GPA reviews have no impact on your selection for the position or your standing as an employee once you begin employment.