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Scouting Intern
Minor League Video Assistant

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Minor League Video Assistant

Department: Baseball Operations
Reporting to: Manager, Minor League Technology & Development
Job Classification: Seasonal
Full-time Location (City, State): Multiple Locations

About the A’s:
The Oakland A’s are a baseball team founded in 1901. They have a rich history, having won nine World Series championships and 15 American League pennants. The A’s are known for pioneering the “Moneyball” approach to team-building, which focuses on using statistical analysis to identify undervalued players.

In addition to their success on the field, the Oakland A’s also have a positive and dynamic work culture. They have been recognized twice as the Front Office Sports, Best Employers in Sports.

The A’s are defined by their core pillars of being Dynamic, Innovative, and Inclusive. Working for the A’s offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive work environment.

Description:
The Oakland Athletics are seeking a seasonal Minor League Video Assistant for the 2024 season at each of the minor league affiliates.The ideal candidate will be available to work home and road games traveling with a minor league affiliate team while handling video charting and other technical matters,

Responsibilities:

• Arrive several hours prior to each game to set up cameras and input rosters and lineups.
• Be available before games to film bullpens, batting practice, early work, and help players and staff with any video/technology related requests.
• Chart each home game using Trackman software.
• Review pitch/game data for any errors at conclusion of game and upload data to TrackMan system.
• Review questionable pitches with the video to make sure the data going into our system is as accurate as possible.
• Communicate with support and the Oakland Athletics front office about technical issues that may come up.
• Import video from cameras into editing software (BATS) to sync and cut up the game’s video.
• Upload video to the A’s proprietary scouting software.
• Work with and assist the coaching staff and players with video and technology requests.
• Manage various technologies to assist with Player Development.

Requirements:

• Must be organized and have strong attention to detail.
• Have a basic familiarity of Microsoft Office and Various Web Browsers.
• Ability to effectively communicate and problem solve IT or other technical issues.
• Prior experience with Trackman or other computerized scoring software is preferred, but not required. 
• Flexibility to work extensive hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by the minor league baseball season.
• Ability to attend Spring Training in Mesa, AZ facilities.
• Ability to work at one of the Oakland Athletics’ minor league affiliates for the minor league season at one of the following affiliates (Las Vegas, NV; Midland,TX; Lansing, MI; Stockton, CA; Mesa, AZ).
• Travel as necessary based on the affiliate team’s schedule.

For California based positions only: In adherence to California’s Pay Transparency Act (SB 1162) and in compliance with California minimum wage, the starting compensation for this role is $16.00 / hour.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

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Scouting Intern

Job Title: Scouting Intern
Department: Domestic Scouting
Reporting to: Assistant Director, Scouting & Baseball Operations
Job Classification: Non-exempt
Location: Oakland, CA

About the A’s:
The Oakland A’s are a baseball team founded in 1901. They have a rich history, having won nine World Series championships and 15 American League pennants. The A’s are known for pioneering the “Moneyball” approach to team-building, which focuses on using statistical analysis to identify undervalued players.

In addition to their success on the field, the Oakland A’s also have a positive and dynamic work culture. They have been recognized twice as the Front Office Sports, Best Employers in Sports.

The A’s are defined by their core pillars of being Dynamic, Innovative, and Inclusive. Working for the A’s offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive work environment.

Description:
The Oakland A’s are hiring a full-season Scouting Intern to assist the Amateur, Professional and International Scouting Departments. This position will assist with all aspects of scouting, ranging from collecting, aggregating, and presenting amateur prospect data, serving as a conduit between scouts, supervisors, and special assistants and the front office, and helping coordinate the meetings for the First-Year Player Draft. The ideal candidate will seamlessly integrate into the scouting workflow while demonstrating strong office skills and both qualitative and quantitative reasoning. This position will be based out of Oakland, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Update internal and external systems with prospect profiles, video, and requisite information in preparation for First-Year Player Draft and International Signing Period
• Assist with expenses and travel for amateur scouting department and various front office personnel
• Serve as lead in preparation and facilitation of the draft room
• Aid in coordination of A’s sponsored workouts
• Aid in the training of new scout hires on use of internal software, external platforms, expense
• reimbursement policies and expectations and timeline for collection and submission of
• information
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Degree from accredited college or university
• Excellent verbal communication and problem-solving skills 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Some travel required

In adherence to California’s Pay Transparency Act (SB 1162), the base hourly rate for this role is $16.00, consistent with California’s minimum wage requirement.

To Apply:
To apply, please follow this link.

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