Toronto Blue Jays – Entry Level Opportunities

The Toronto Blue Jays are seeking highly motivated and creative entry level employees to assist with day-to-day tasks within various areas of their Baseball Operations department, including but not limited to Scouting, Player Development, High Performance, and Research and Development/Analytics. The start and end dates are flexible depending on candidate availability and both full-season and partial-season candidates will be considered. These positions will be based in Toronto, ON; Dunedin, FL; or one of our affiliate locations throughout Canada, the United States, and Dominican Republic. All positions are paid.

There are several roles with different primary focuses, with more detail on each broad type of position provided below. To the extent that you’re interested in a specific focus you may reflect that in your application, but you only need to submit one application to the program and all applications will be considered for possible fits. These job categories are intentionally broad, and a successful candidate may be considered for a role that involves a blend of these responsibilities, or in an entirely different area that is more suited to their unique experiences and skills.

Across all roles, the Blue Jays are seeking:

• Demonstrated passion for baseball and excellent reasoning, problem-solving, creative thinking, and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and self-direct work.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
• The ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the baseball calendar.

The Blue Jays see diversity and employment equity as foundational to creating a successful culture. Applicants who may not traditionally feel empowered to apply for a job in this field are strongly encouraged to apply. Please feel free to include any questions about the role with your application, or reach out to baseballresumes@bluejays.com.

Player Development Technology
In this role, candidates passionate about working directly with coaches and players will be embedded with teams at the Blue Jays’ development complexes (Dunedin, FL and Boca Chica, D.R.) and affiliate teams (Dunedin, FL; Vancouver, BC; Manchester, NH; Buffalo, NY). On a daily basis, you will be with your team as the point person for video, technology, and data resources. This may include helping to deploy and operate technology both in practice and game settings, organizing/cataloguing/reviewing video and data, helping to define and track player goals, and supporting longer-term R&D and Player Development projects. You will also assist with the logistical needs of the team (including Minor League Operations, Nutrition, and High Performance departments), as well as on-field activities (BP, fungos, catching pens). Fluency with Microsoft Office is required; experience with a range of baseball-related data capture systems (BATS, Portable Trackman, Rapsodo, Diamond Kinetics, etc.) would be helpful, as would experience with video editing and review software. Spanish proficiency is also helpful, and may be required in some cases.

Player Development Coaching
With roles at each of the Blue Jays’ development complexes (Dunedin, FL and Boca Chica, D.R.) and affiliate teams (Dunedin, FL; Vancouver, BC; Manchester, NH; Buffalo, NY), candidates interested in growing their careers in data-driven player development will support all functions of the team coaching staff. While helping players and coaches prepare for games on a nightly bases is a main focus, in this role you will have the ability to support and influence development goal setting and tracking, on-field practice design and implementation, and data tagging, organization, and review. In this role you will also support video and data capture in pre-game settings, documentation of action plans and other player updates, as well as supporting logistics related to player and coaching needs. Depending on the candidate, on-field duties (eg. coaching 1B, coaching/catching bullpens, etc.) may be part of semi-regular or regular duties. Experience with hands-on coaching of athletes is helpful but not required, as is experience with technical tools like SQL, R, or Python. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office is a necessity, and Spanish proficiency may also be required in some cases.

Operations (Scouting, Baseball Operations, Player Development)
Candidates will use their excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail to support the logistical and administrative functioning of the scouting, player development, or baseball operations departments. This could include data entry and cleaning, assisting with the coordination and execution of player evaluation projects, maintaining and organizing video and data resources, and helping to stay on top of departmental administrative functions (expense reports, compiling statistics and rosters, meeting logistics, etc.). If supporting our Player Development department, you may be asked to help integrate technology into on-field work, administer player plans, translate documents to/from English and Spanish, and help with scheduling for players and staff. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is important for this role; familiarity with baseball rules and regulations could be an asset, and Spanish proficiency may also be helpful (or required in some cases).

Advance Scouting
In this role, candidates will use their strong knowledge of the game of baseball to support our Major League team in game-by-game and series-by-series preparation. This could include a wide range of activities, such as collecting and organizing statistics for reports, conducting ad-hoc research and analysis on players or baseball generally, watching video to provide written evaluations and insights, and supporting on-field data and video collection. Strong time management and organizational skills are important, and skills with things like R, Shiny, and similar tools would be helpful plusses.

Research & Development
Candidates will use their analytical and programming skills to help identify and research baseball questions. This may include using data organization and cleaning, modelling/machine learning, visualization, and statistical techniques with tools such as R, Python, and SQL. Experience with advanced modelling techniques or other specialized skills (Computer Vision, Neural Networks, Bayesian Modeling, Anomaly Detection, Time Series etc.) would be beneficial, but not necessary. You may present work to a variety of audiences (fellow researchers, front office members, coaches, or players), and may use the results of research to contribute to player evaluations at key junctures. Additional duties may include providing logistical support to major events on the baseball calendar (Draft, Trade Deadline, etc.) and other general departmental support.

Baseball Systems Development
Candidates for this role will help to create, update, and support web applications and databases that are used throughout baseball operations; a moderate to high level of experience in computer science, web and/or database development, software engineering, or a related field is quite important. A portfolio of work showing your past experiences in these areas is also helpful. Duties may include working with end users to gather requirements, engineering systems to acquire and database new datasets, or doing front-end web design work on baseball information systems. You will have the opportunity to experience and provide logistical support to key points on the baseball calendar.

Biomechanics/Sports Science
Candidates for this role have a strong academic background in Biomechanics, Physics, Sports Science, or a related field and are passionate about applying their expertise to baseball. This could be in a research/data analysis focused capacity, a role that is more hands-on with players and other development and performance staff, or somewhere in the middle. In all cases, you would work closely with player development, R+D, and high performance staff to collaborate on research, contribute to player development goals, and support data capture and organization. You would be expected to individually stay on top of the latest research and resources in the field of biomechanics and sports science. Experience with statistical programming, modelling, and visualization tools is very helpful, but not required.

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Director, Performance Technology

Location: Citi Field – Queens, New York
Status: Full time

Summary:
The New York Mets are seeking a Director, Performance Technology to lead the team responsible for driving the Baseball Operations Department’s use of technology to improve decision making and outcomes across player performance and health, player evaluation, and player development. The Performance Technology Director will oversee the sports science and biomechanics functions within Baseball Operations and will work closely with personnel in Baseball Analytics, Baseball Systems, Data Engineering, and High Performance on the development of models, tools, interfaces, and programming necessary to generate and present insights to players and staff in a highly actionable format. The Performance Technology Director will also collaborate with leaders across all functions within Baseball Operations to successfully develop and implement value-adding technology solutions within those areas. The ideal candidate has worked in a senior sports science or biomechanics role working with elite athletes and possesses extensive experience in evaluating, developing, and implementing technology solutions in that space.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Partner with senior leadership to shape the roadmap for the Performance Technology Department and own its execution
• Oversee the construction and operation of performance labs at the Mets’ Florida complex and at Citi Field
• Hire and manage a team that will operate lab environments and conduct data capture and research
• Oversee the department’s efforts in sports science and biomechanics, optimizing athlete performance and availability through technology and research-driven methods
• Work with analysts and engineers on the development of models, tools, and software designed to generate actionable insights and convey them effectively to players and staff  
• Work closely with leadership across Baseball Operations to improve systems and processes by identifying problems and developing and implementing technology-driven solutions
• Ensure the organization has a high awareness of the performance technology landscape and, through a strong process for vetting and testing technology, that it is well-positioned to be an early adopter of high-value technology
• Manage the department’s budget and make investment recommendations to senior leadership
• Collaborate with Point72’s Technology Innovation team on the identification and evaluation of emerging technologies with potential applications to baseball
• Contribute to and help foster a culture of innovation throughout all of Baseball Operations

Qualifications:

• PhD in Biomechanics, Biomedical Engineering, Kinesiology or other related disciplines or equivalent experience
• Experience leading and managing a team
• Experience working with athletes in an elite athletic environment (baseball-specific experience is a plus)
• 8+ years relevant professional experience
• Deep knowledge of the performance technology space, including, but not limited to, marker-based and marker less motion capture, wearables, and sensors
• Experience with research design and conducting scientific research
• Ability to work cooperatively with others, and to take control of large-scale projects with little or no daily oversight
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with front-end development and product management is a plus
• Proficiency in R, Python, or other statistical computing languages is a plus
• Experience with algorithm development and AI/ML and computer vision-based solutions is a plus
• Experience working for a technology company on technology for athletic performance is a plus

The above information is intended to describe the general nature, type, and level of work to be performed. The information is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The individual selected may perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

The New York Mets recognize the importance of a diverse workforce and value the unique qualities individuals of various backgrounds and experiences can offer to the Organization. Our continued success depends heavily on the quality of our workforce. The Organization is committed to providing employees with the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential.

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International Scouting Analyst

Job Title: International Scouting Analyst
Department: Baseball Operations – International Scouting
Reports To: Assistant Director, Player Development & International Scouting
FLSA: Salary, Exempt

Job Purpose:
To support the International Scouting Department through statistical research and analysis,
video and data capture, scouting coverage, statistical research and analysis, and administrative duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and integrate new tools and technology to improve decision-making processes.
• Advanced statistical analysis of players.
• Coordinate data intake from multiple countries.
• Operate various tracking technologies to evaluate players.
• Introductory-level player evaluation, including scouting and writing reports on assignment.
• Assist with video and high-frame rate video capture of pitchers and hitters.
• Edit, trim, and combine video clips.
• General administrative, logistical, and organizational support for International Scouting processes.
• Complete necessary documents and administrative duties in a professional and thorough manner.
• Coordinate efficient travel arrangements.
• Complete expense reports in a timely and professional manner.
• Full and complete knowledge of Major League Baseball rules and regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong work ethic and willingness to work long, flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
• Advanced baseball knowledge from both a scouting and statistical perspective.
• Ability to understand and interpret TrackMan and Rapsodo data.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and/or predictive modeling.
• Demonstrated experience with database querying (SQL) and statistical software (e.g. R, Python).
• Understanding of typical baseball data structures and knowledge of current baseball research, statistics and strategy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all aspects of Baseball Operations, Scouting, and Player Development.
• Independent judgment and ability to multitask is required to plan, prioritize, and organize diversified workload.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Experience, Education and Licensure

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience playing and/or working in college and/or professional baseball/softball preferred.
• Basic understanding of video management, storage and backup preferred.

Requirements:

• Spoken and written fluency in English. 
• Spanish fluency preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel within and out of the United States for extended periods of time and occasionally on short notice.
• Willing to relocate within the United States if necessary to meet the needs of the organization.

Expectations:

• Adhere to Cincinnati Reds Organization Policies and Procedures.
• Act as a role model within and outside the Cincinnati Reds Organization.
• Perform duties as workload necessitates.
• Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
• Meet department productivity standards.
• Willingness to learn. Open to new methodologies. 

Equal Opportunity Statement:
The Cincinnati Reds are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Cincinnati Reds to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, sex, age, military or veteran status, disability, citizenship status, marital status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. The above description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Additional duties, as assigned, may become part of the job function. The duties listed above is, therefore, a partial representation not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

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Intern, Baseball Operations

Location: Arlington, TX

Summary:
It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

The Texas Rangers Baseball Club is seeking interns for next season including a number of roles beginning in January or May.

Responsibilities would include but not limited to:

• Assist in maintaining database and querying reports, including but not limited to data entry, data quality assurance, database queries, and other administrative tasks as necessary.
• Assist Major League Operations Department in Arbitration preparation and maintaining payroll outlooks.
• Aid in the development of tools, outputs, and presentations that both inform and help shape execution strategy for key transactional processes, including but not limited to Free Agent Signings, Trade Acquisitions, Waiver Claims, and the Rule 4 Amateur Draft and the Rule 5 Draft.
• Conduct general baseball research and look-back analyses pertaining to industry trends, league economics, and various innovative topics within the baseball operations landscape.
• Area of interest project to be worked on throughout year.
• Participate in educational program that exposes individual to multiple departments within Baseball Operations along with tasks associated with said departments.
• Assist with daily administrative tasks within multiple departments of Baseball Operations.
• Prepare information and logistics for meetings and assist with administrative and research projects.
• Operate various technology during home games.
• Assist in logistical needs related to Amateur Draft, Trade Deadline, and rehab/transactional moves as needed.
• Exposure to all areas of Baseball Operations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ability to multitask in stressful situations.
• Ability to relocate to Dallas-Fort Worth area.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Completed or currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree.
• Demonstrated passion for baseball.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships.
• Familiarity with advanced baseball statistics.
• Growth oriented, desire to learn.
• Must possess highly proficient skills in the use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Power Point).
• Strong administrative, organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail. Meticulously completes work assignments thoroughly and in an accurate, and prompt way.
• Experience in SQL, R, Python, Tableau is a plus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the job.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us!

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Director – Software Engineering

Job Summary:
The Detroit Tigers are currently seeking a Director, Software Engineering. This role will be responsible for the development and maintenance of software projects within Baseball Operations. This position will report to the Vice President, Assistant General Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general development and maintenance tasks for the upkeep of internally developed software products.
• Use modern software techniques and best practices in all parts of the software life cycle.
• Supervise, provide feedback, and guide project work conducted by external consultants.
• Manage the integration of baseball analysis into our proprietary tools and applications.
• Provide coverage for the maintenance of software tools for other developers as situations arise.
• Assist with the design and development of new software products.
• Monitor, identify and recommend new or emerging techniques, technologies, and algorithms. 
• Meet with vendors and make recommendations for investment in new data and technology resources.
• Other projects as directed by the Baseball Operations leadership team.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, similar technical field of study, or equivalent real-time experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge in developing in a Web-based object-oriented product environment.
• Minimum of four (4) years of programming experience in and strong knowledge of the following technologies:
• Java and Developing Java Web-based Applications
• JavaScript and CSS along with related front-end technologies.
• Full Stack Development experience is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge in working with medium-to-large-scale relational databases.
• Expert level SQL Skills – Microsoft SQL Server experience is a plus.
• Ability to work in all phases of the product lifecycle, from requirements gathering to design, testing, and implementation.
• Experience deploying and managing web applications in the cloud, Azure preferred.
• Ability to learn new technologies and techniques as necessary.
• Familiarity with the sport of baseball, baseball-specific data, modern statistical techniques, and sabermetric analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership and self-direction.
• Demonstrated project management, problem-solving, and teaching abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate difficult and complex concepts to colleagues possessing a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.
• Team player.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience with NoSQL Databases.
• Knowledge of streaming video.
• Experience or knowledge in any of the following technologies is a plus.
• Spring applications
• REST APIs
• GraphQL APIs
• Redis
• Service Bus messaging
• JUnit and Mockito for backend test cases
• Angular JS – Version 1.x a plus
• Bootstrap
• Build Tools (Maven, Gulp, and Bower)
• GIT/BitBucket
• DevOps Pipelines and CI/CD deployments
• Karma Test Cases
• Docker and Container Services
• Site Monitoring (Azure App Insights)

Working Conditions:

• Office environment; open to remote employees. 
• Evening, weekend, and holiday hours are required.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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Junior Analyst, Baseball Strategy & Information

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Status: Full Time
Reports to: Director, Baseball Strategy and Information

Summary:
The Baseball Strategy and Information team of the Los Angeles Dodgers is responsible for supporting the Major League Coaching Staff and Baseball Operations leadership group with data and information needed for strategic decision making. As a Junior Analyst, you will work with other members of the Baseball Strategy and Information team to build reports and visualizations to communicate insights clearly and concisely to stakeholders.

Job Functions:

• Develop and deliver reports to the Major League Coaching Staff and Baseball Operations leadership group in a timely manner
• Build new tools and improve existing ones, to optimize workflows and quality of information
• Utilize statistical tools and metrics to analyze the Dodgers and upcoming opponents
• Complete ad-hoc research as requested, summarizing key findings
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Basic Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with R or Python
• Familiarity with SQL, Git, and cloud-based computing concepts
• Knowledge of sabermetric research and principles
• Ability to work a varied schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

LOS ANGELES DODGERS LLC is firmly committed to providing equal opportunity for all qualified applicants from every race, creed, and background. The Organization is also firmly committed to complying with all applicable laws and governmental regulations at the state and local levels which prohibit discrimination.

LOS ANGELES DODGERS LLC considers all applicants without regard to national origin, race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, military status, citizenship status, pregnancy or related medical conditions, marital status, ancestry-ethnicity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal civil rights law. The Immigration Reform and Control Act require that the Organization obtain documentation from every individual who is employed which verifies identity and authorizes their right to work in the United States.

COVID-19 Policy:
In accordance with the Los Angeles Dodgers’ policies relating to COVID-19, all newly-hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 prior to commencing employment. Applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide proof of vaccination and first/primary booster prior to their first day of employment. Applicants who decline to be vaccinated and/or boosted because of a qualifying medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief may be considered for an exemption from these requirements.

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Baseball Systems Developer

Description:
The Los Angeles Angels are seeking a Developer to join the Baseball Operations’ Baseball Systems Development team. This position will focus on the development and maintenance of the Angels’ internal baseball information system and all of the data flows that support it.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and maintain the front end of the Angels’ internal baseball information system
• Develop and maintain ETL processes for loading data from multiple sources using a variety of formats (APIs, JSON, XML, CSVs, etc.)
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve data quality issues
• Collaborate with the IT department to address needs related to Baseball Systems department
• Remain up-to-date with respect to industry best practices and new technologies and how they relate to the club’s needs
• Work on ad-hoc baseball related projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field of study strongly preferred.
• Programming experience with C#, JavaScript, Python, or other programming languages
• Experience with modern database technologies and SQL
• Preferred: Cloud experience
• Preferred: Experience building and supporting ETL processes

Physical Demands:

• Ability to frequently sit for extended periods of time 
• Ability to occasionally work in inclement weather (when in stadium)
• Ability to traverse from office to stadium frequently
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Please note that any job offer is contingent upon your providing verification that you have been fully vaccinated (at least 14 days have passed since receiving final dose of vaccine) against COVID-19. Job offers will be withdrawn (regardless of whether you have already signed) if this condition is not satisfied. Unless and until this step has been completed, you should not resign your current employment, otherwise alter your employment status, or alter any personal circumstances in reliance on a conditional offer. Angels Baseball is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. If there is a medical or religious reason you believe you cannot comply with this requirement, please discuss with Human Resources if/when you are offered a position.

The Angels believe that diversity contributes to a more enriched collective perspective and a better decision-making process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Player Development Analyst

Title: Player Development Analyst
Department: Baseball Operations
Reports to: Director, Baseball Development
Job Classification: Non-Exempt
City/State: Mesa, AZ

Job Summary
The Oakland A’s are hiring for a full-time Player Development Analyst to assist the Player Development Department. This position will handle multiple responsibilities, including building and reporting new statistical models and findings, assist in producing player improvement plans, and serve as a resource for the Player Development and Sports Science staffs. This position will also assist and in operating and producing analysis for various tracking technologies. This position will be primarily based out of Mesa, AZ.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce statistical analysis and reporting for Player Development coaching staff.
• Conduct research projects for various groups within Player Development (Strength & Conditioning, Sports Science).
• Collaborate with the research and development team on statistical modeling techniques and projects with a focus on Player Development.
• Assist with the capture and analysis of ball and player tracking technologies.
• Assist the staff with ad-hoc analysis and reporting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in math, computer science, economics, statistics or related quantitative field.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and R is required.
• Experience Microsoft Excel is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-starter with an ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills including written and verbal; ability to present ideas clearly and concisely.
• Playing background (baseball or softball) at the collegiate level or above a definite plus
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Some travel required (California, affiliate cities, or elsewhere)

COVID 19 Consideration
All Oakland A’s employees are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and must provide documentation of complete vaccination status as part of the pre-boarding process. Exceptions are available only for those who need an accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Questions:

1. Why would you be a good fit for this position?

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Advanced Scouting Analyst

Title: Advanced Scouting Analyst
Department: Baseball Operations
Reports to: Director, Baseball Development
Job Classification: Non-Exempt
City/State: Oakland, CA

Job Summary
The Oakland A’s are hiring for a full-time Advanced Scouting Analyst to assist the Advance Scouting Department. This position crosses into the intersection of several fields (Baseball Operations, Player Development, Video, Research & Analytics). The ideal candidate will seamlessly integrate into the advance work process, aiding the coaching and video support staff in pre-game and game tasks for the duration of the 2023 season. This position will be primarily based out of Oakland, CA, but will require extensive travel with the Major League club.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in pre-game preparation and assignments for coaching and advance staff
• Perform ad-hoc queries for coaching and video staff, and front office as needed
• Help chart, film, and clip early work and game video and data feeds
• Navigate through public and proprietary data sources for strategic insights
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

• Degree from accredited college or university and/or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated quantitative background, either by degree or work sample (SQL, R, Python, Tableau, or other programming language)
• Excellent verbal communication and problem solve IT or other technical issues
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Playing background (baseball or softball) at the collegiate level or above a definite plus
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Some travel required (Arizona or elsewhere)

COVID 19 Consideration
All Oakland A’s employees are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and must provide documentation of complete vaccination status as part of the pre-boarding process. Exceptions are available only for those who need an accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Questions:

1. Why would you be a good fit for this position?

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Baseball Operations Jr. Analyst

Title: Junior Analyst
Department: Baseball Operations
Reports to: Director, Research & Analytics
Job Classification: Non-Exempt
City/State: Oakland, CA

Job Summary
The Oakland A’s are hiring for a full-time Junior Analyst to assist the Baseball Operations Department. This position will handle multiple responsibilities, including building and reporting new statistical models and findings, as well as research to support all aspects of Baseball Operations in decision-making processes. This position will also handle and operate and provide analysis for various tracking technologies. This position will be primarily based out of Oakland, CA.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce statistical analysis and reporting for the front office and coaching staff.
• Conduct research projects for various departments within Baseball Operations.
• Collaborate with the research and development team on statistical modeling techniques and projects.
• Assist with the capture and analysis of ball and player tracking technologies.
• Assist the staff with ad-hoc analysis and reporting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in math, computer science, economics, statistics or related quantitative field and/or equivalent experience.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and R is required.
• Experience Microsoft Excel is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-starter with an ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills including written and verbal; ability to present ideas clearly and concisely.
• Playing background (baseball or softball) at the collegiate level or above a definite plus
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Some travel required (Arizona or elsewhere)

COVID 19 Consideration
All Oakland A’s employees are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and must provide documentation of complete vaccination status as part of the pre-boarding process. Exceptions are available only for those who need an accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Questions:

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Cleveland Guardians Baseball Technology Fellowship

Primary Purpose:
The Cleveland Guardians Fellowship program is designed to accelerate the pace of development and impact for people interested in working for our organization. Fellowship roles are focused on solving complex challenges, which involve developing new approaches, tools, and techniques to meaningfully drive the organization forward. Fellows will be exposed to work across multiple departments and have access to and be encouraged to use a suite of internal, proprietary resources.

We are seeking Fellows to join our Baseball Technology department. Each Fellow will work full-time with one of our minor league affiliates and report to the Baseball Technology, Player Development, and Baseball Operations departments. Fellows will be expected to manage the collection of multiple data streams and operate as a resource for both coaches and players. This position will include travel to away games.

The ideal candidate will be curious, creative, open-minded, and excited to work in a collaborative environment. The candidate will be able to clearly communicate with others, build strong relationships, and have the ability to present complex topics to a wide range of audiences. They will take the initiative to perform research in the areas of their choosing that advances the Guardians’ player development procedures and philosophies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Baseball Technology:

• Operate bat/ball tracking technology and other sports science technology.
• Manage pre-game, in-game, and post-game video process.
• Manage the corresponding data and video collection process and assist with interpretation & distribution.
• Assist the Information Systems team with Baseball Technology related troubleshooting and support.

Coaching Staff Support:

• Coordinate Advance Scouting Process with Minor League field staff.
• Assist affiliate staff with various administrative tasks (i.e. daily scheduling, team travel).
• Assist Minor League field staff with pre-game activities.

Baseball Development and Analysis:

• Collaborate with coaching staff, Player Development, and Baseball Operations to monitor player goals and player progress.
• Perform ad hoc research and analysis, both at the request of staff and independently.
• Communicate findings and insights to Minor League Coaches, Players, and Player Development and Baseball Operations Departments.

Requirements:
The Cleveland Guardians are committed to developing and maintaining an environment that embraces all forms of diversity to enrich our core values, enhance our competitive position, strengthen our impact within our community, and foster a greater sense of belonging for our employees.

In this spirit, we know studies have shown that people from historically underserved groups – including women and people of color – are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and understand that candidate may bring certain skills and experiences to the role that are not listed above, but that would add tremendous value to our organization. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

• Bachelor’s degree or Prior Professional Experience.
• Demonstrated passion for at least one of baseball technology, scouting, baseball analytics, sports science, hitting or pitching analysis and/or biomechanics, strength and conditioning, motor learning, or other baseball/softball related field.

Skills:

• Organization: Ability to create, maintain and execute a schedule with precision and agility.
• Work Ethic: A relentless drive to collect more and better information.
• Passion: Demonstrate a clear passion for the game, teammates, the organization, and learning.
• Resourcefulness: Utilize organizational resources to develop and understand organizational philosophies.
• Strategic Thinking: Employ a problem-solving mindset and strategic thinking.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaboration: Partner with staff and players and exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience:
While we are looking for a variety of diverse skill sets for this role, we know that past Fellows who have thrived in this role possessed certain skills that are best aligned to the game of baseball. If you have demonstrated experience with any of the following, you may be better positioned to thrive in this role.

• Conversational Spanish or better a plus.
• Experience with video editing software (i.e. Adobe Premier) a plus.
• Experience with SQL and statistical software (i.e. R, Python, Stata, SAS) a plus.
• Experience in troubleshooting network, computer, and other device connectivity issues a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Working knowledge of advanced baseball statistics and publicly available research.

Standard Requirements:

• Represents the Cleveland Guardians in a positive fashion to all business partners and the general public.
• Reads, speaks, comprehends, and communicates English effectively in all communications.
• Ability to develop and maintain successful working relationship with members of the Front Office.
• Ability to act according to the organizational values and service excellence at all times.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and have a demonstrated commitment to social justice.
• Ability to walk, sit or stand for an entire shift.
• Ability to work extended days and hours, including holidays and weekends.
• Ability to move throughout all areas and levels of the Ballpark.
• Ability to work in a diverse and changing environment.
• Occasional physical activity such as lifting and carrying boxes up to 25 lbs.

About Us:
In Baseball Technology, our shared goal is to identify and develop diverse players and front office teammates who contribute to our mission. By working together effectively and collaboratively, we create a family atmosphere that supports learning as we strive for excellence in everything we do. We believe that we will achieve our goals by making evidence-based decisions and creating environments that support our people and empower them to learn.

To Apply:
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Developer Trainee, Baseball Systems

Location: Atlanta, GA
Status: Part time

Description:
The Atlanta Braves are looking to fill the position of Baseball Systems Developer Trainee. The Baseball Systems Developer Trainee position emphasizes software and web development as it relates to the Baseball Operations department. The Developer’s main responsibilities will be to build and enhance proprietary applications for displaying baseball information and visualizations, maintaining existing information management systems, and developing additional productivity tools to aid in Baseball Operations decision making. Candidates must have experience with application and/or web development, with interest in baseball and sports analytics research as a strong plus. The position will report to Assistant General Manager, Research and Development.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and maintaining proprietary software used within the Baseball Operations department.
• Work with department stakeholders to develop, deploy and test applications within IT best practice parameters.
• Build relationships, communicate effectively, and gather feedback from Baseball Operations staff to build new platforms and improve existing systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Past or expected BA or BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field of study or equivalent work experience.
• Software development experience in one or more programming languages: Java, .NET, Python, JavaScript, C#, C/C++.
• Experience with database technologies and SQL. Microsoft SQL Server experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with using version control such as git.
• Ability to learn new technologies, including new coding languages.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and the ability to solve technical problems.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends as dictated by the Major League season.
• Must complete a successful background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of current baseball statistics and analytics used in player evaluation a plus
• Experience with data visualization a plus.
• Solid fundamentals with HTML/CSS.
• Web development experience, especially with JavaScript (Node.js, Vue.js, React), or Python (Flask)
• Experience with big data techniques
• Exposure to Agile software development methodology. Kanban or Scrumban experience a plus.
• Familiarity with cloud developer tools
• iOS and/or Android app development
• Demonstrated software development work product.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

Trainee, Research & Development

Location: Atlanta, GA
Status: Part time

Description:
The R&D Analyst Trainee position will assist Baseball Operations decision-making through the analysis and research of baseball information. The day-to-day responsibilities of this position will revolve around using data analysis to provide insight into player evaluation, performance projection, roster construction, and all other facets of baseball operations decision making, with an emphasis on different areas of baseball operations depending on the baseball calendar and needs of the department. Ideal candidates will have a strong, demonstrated ability to answer wide-ranging research questions using data-driven methods. The position will report to Assistant General Manager, Research and Development.

Note: Applicants for full-time, full-season trainee, and summer intern (May-August) will be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced statistical analysis on large datasets in order to assist in the decision making of the Baseball Operations department
• Develop and maintain models, software, reports, or any other information system developed during research
• Perform ad-hoc research projects as requested and present results in a concise manner

Required Qualifications:

• Strong foundation in the application of statistical concepts to baseball data, including familiarity with current state of baseball research
• Experience with (or clear ability to learn) SQL and relational databases
• Experience with statistical modeling software (Python or R preferred) and advanced statistical and machine learning techniques
• Ability to communicate technical findings to individuals with diverse baseball backgrounds (ability to create effective data visualizations is a plus)
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends as dictated by the Major League season
• Must complete a successful background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated statistical research in the sports analytics field
• Web development experience, especially with JavaScript (Node.js, Vue.js), or Python (Flask)
• Ability to and desire to learn other programming languages as needed
• Familiarity with big data techniques
• Exposure to cloud-based technology

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

The Diamond Fellowship

Location: Atlanta, GA

Job Description:
An Atlanta Braves baseball operations fellowship set to provide around-the-horn opportunities in administration, operations, player development and scouting.

Position description includes but is not limited to:

• Support the Director, Baseball Administration with necessary tasks throughout the year including, but not limited to:
• Execution of contracts & compliance requests
• Familiarity with the major League roster and associated transactions
• Administration and logistics of the Baseball Operations Department
• Organize and maintain the player boards for the general manager and assistant general manager
• Provide written and verbal assessments on major and minor league players
• Potential exposure to the entirety of Baseball Operations including Amateur Scouting, Player Development, Major League Operations & Administration
• Assigned projects and research
• Program set to launch in January and will include minimal travel (i.e., Spring Training)

General Requirements:

• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office and Basic coding knowledge in SQL or Python
• Must be detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication experience
• Foundation in the application of statistical concepts to baseball data and the translation of data into actionable baseball recommendations
• Demonstrated track record in role as a self-starter
• Experience producing a reliable work product under adverse circumstances
• An effective listener-knowledge of how to discern the information needs of Baseball Operations
• Experience working with people of a wide variety of backgrounds and beliefs
• Be able to work extensive hours as dictated by the major league season schedule (including weekends and holidays throughout the season)
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere and handle multiple projects at one time
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
• Must complete a background check

Preferred qualifications:

• Additional programming experience with at least one scripting language is a plus
• Experience operating video technology

The Atlanta Braves organization is an equal opportunity employer.

• Like many companies, we realize that some members of historically underrepresented groups, for example women, may not have had the same opportunities as others in baseball operations supporting professional baseball organizations. We are seeking to utilize programs such as The Diamond as a way to increase diversity in our recruitment pipeline. While The Diamond can be sought by anyone who meets the qualifications of the programs, we especially encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented communities, including but not limited to women, Black or African American people, American Indians/Alaskan Natives, Hispanics (or Latinos), Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders.
• Applicants who identify with a historically underrepresented group, including but not limited to Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, Indigenous/Native American, Persons of Color, or Women, are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:
Interested applicants should send their resumes to:TheDiamond@braves.com

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