Job Posting: Atlanta Braves Major League Advance Scout Trainee
Position: Atlanta Braves Major League Advance Scout Trainee
Location: Atlanta
Description:
Analyze and communicate relevant performance trends and tendencies of opponents for the Major League coaching staff and roster. Travel on all team road trips to provide support on a series-to-series and game-to-game basis.
Responsibilities:
- Synthesize data, analysis and relevant scouting reports for coaching staff in a timely manner.
- Create individualized materials for players and coaching staff to aid in their game preparation.
- Prepare targeted reports for series advance meetings.
- Handle short-term and in-game requests from players and coaching staff.
- Work with Baseball Operations team in providing information to Major League staff and players.
Qualifications:
- Strong foundation in the application of statistical concepts to baseball data and the translation of data into useable scouting information.
- An active listener – ability to quickly discern the information needs of coaching staff and players.
- Experience producing a reliable work product under stressful circumstances.
- Experience working with individuals of a wide variety of backgrounds and beliefs.
- Demonstrated track record in role as a self-starter.
- Ability to work extensive hours as dictated by the Major League season schedule (including weekends and holidays throughout the season).
- Experience working in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Preferred: Professional/collegiate playing experience.
- Must be detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to work in a team atmosphere and handle multiple projects at one time.
- Must complete a successful background check.
To Apply:
Please apply here by Fri, Dec. 22.
Paul Swydan used to be the managing editor of The Hardball Times, a writer and editor for FanGraphs and a writer for Boston.com and The Boston Globe. Now, he owns The Silver Unicorn Bookstore, an independent bookstore in Acton, Mass. Follow him on Twitter @Swydan. Follow the store @SilUnicornActon.
Not included in the Job description:
Ability to keep one’s mouth shut regarding extra payments to international prospects.
Willingness to fall on the sword to insulate higher levels of management.
Creative Accounting techniques considered a bonus.