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Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs · 15 hours ago

Esports and Technology Specialist

Carpentersville, IL

Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northwest Suburbs (BGCNWS) is a leading youth-serving nonprofit that empowers young people through engaging programs. The Esports and Technology Specialist will lead Esports sessions, teach digital skills, and create a supportive environment for youth development.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Lead fun, high-energy Esports sessions: practices, scrimmages, tournaments, and team challenges

Deliver a hands-on digital fluency curriculum that blends gaming, coding, media production, and tech exploration

Stay up-to-date on the latest Esports and gaming trends to keep programs fresh and exciting

Organize and attend weekend tournaments, leagues, and special events

Build partnerships that connect youth to internships, college pathways, and career opportunities in gaming and tech

Create a welcoming, safe, and structured environment where youth feel seen and supported

Mentor young gamers to develop teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Use Esports as a platform to promote academic success, positive behavior, and personal growth

Help youth build real-world tech skills that support future learning and career readiness

Recruit, train, and lead program staff and volunteers who share a passion for youth and technology

Offer ongoing training in Esports and digital literacy to keep the team growing

Coordinate schedules for practices, tournaments, and daily programming

Build connections with schools, colleges, Esports organizations, and tech companies

Help secure sponsorships, equipment donations, and community support

Represent BGCNWS at Esports events and help grow our presence in the gaming community

Oversee the setup, maintenance, and safe use of all gaming and technology equipment

Keep systems updated and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal gameplay

Implement safety protocols that keep the gaming environment fun and secure

Qualification

Esports experienceTechnology educationGaming platforms knowledgeCoding experienceGame design experienceDigital media creationCommunicationOrganizational skillsRelationship buildingMentoring skills