Esports and Events Specialist

The Esports and Event Specialist will work with two primary functions.  The position works collaboratively with student organizations, academic departments, Admissions, Club Sports, and external partners to promote student engagement, recruitment, and institutional visibility.  The person will also be a subject matter expert in event audio visual and customer service for campus and community events. Hours vary and will include weekends, evenings and are events driven. 

• →Creates and maintains schedules, logistics, and resources for one or multiple student affairs programs, activities, and/or services

• →Writes, edits, and publishes content for various communication projects and marketing platforms to align with strategic initiatives and established communication campaigns

• →Organizes student-focused programming and resources to promote new and ongoing educational initiatives

• →Serves as a subject matter expert regarding student affairs to internal and external stakeholders

• →Generates and analyzes reports of curricular and unit outcomes

• Bachelor's degree required.  

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in collegiate esports.  

• Knowledge of game streaming platforms, tournament management software, and esports technologies.

• A commitment and understanding of student engagement.  

• Event planning and coordination experience.  

• Experience with Microsoft Office and and/or related software for data management.

• Master's degree in recreation, health, fitness, business, education or related field.   

• Experience working in compliance regulation.

• Experience in space/facility management.

• Experience supervising student employees and volunteers.

• Experience with recruitment, partnership development, or sponsorship acquisition. 

• Financial/budget experience.  

• Knowledge of and experience working with audiovisual equipment, including data projectors and other presentation-style technology.  

Compensation & Benefits:

The Esports and Events Specialist position is a full-time, salaried, exempt, annual (12-month), academic staff position. The standard hours for this position are 11AM-7:30PM daily. 

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $49,500 - $55,000 commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.

Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the Universities of Wisconsin Employee Benefits Quick Guide (FA/AS/LI). Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits. 

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 10/19/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents: 

- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience 

- Resume

- Unofficial Transcripts 

(Official Transcripts may be required of finalist) 

After you submit your application, you will be unable to edit it. Please be sure to include all required materials before submitting your application.

Name:  Melanie Cychosz, Position Contact 

Email: mecychos@uwsp.edu  

Phone: 715-346-2501 

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.