Job Posting: TrackMan Operator and Intern Positions

Please note this posting contains one internship position, as well as an operator position hiring at multiple locations.

Position: Cape Cod Data and Operations Intern

Description:
TrackMan leverages industry leading 3D doppler radar technology to capture the most comprehensive and accurate ball tracking data in the game. TrackMan data is used for player evaluation and development by all Major League teams in the US and the majority of teams in Japan and Korea, as well as top NCAA D1 programs. TrackMan is also used by MLB Advanced Media, as a ball tracking component of the revolutionary Statcast system.

TrackMan is seeking highly motivated and detail oriented candidates to operate the TrackMan radars at various Cape Cod locations. These individuals will be responsible for running the TrackMan system for all Cape Cod games. The duties require that this role arrive at least one half-hour before first pitch and continue to the final out. This position runs from June 12th – August 12th.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for setting up rosters and tagging information in TrackMan.
  • Log information for the entire game – monitoring the system and making any changes throughout the game (i.e. roster changes, defensive substitutions, etc.).
  • Assist in troubleshooting system issues with Trackman support, fixing any errors, and uploading the game to the TrackMan.
  • Maintain TrackMan equipment required for tagging
  • Support the TrackMan data operations teams in ad-hoc data requests and evaluations.

Qualifications:

  • Current college student or recent graduate with education focused on Sports Management, Statistics / Mathematics, Operations Management, or similar.
  • Strong computer skills to operate the system and/or troubleshoot systemic issues
  • A firm understanding of baseball is required.
  • Candidate must be able to make all home games and able to work nights during the week and weekends associated with home games. (June 12 – August 12)
  • Accommodations in Cape Cod for the duration of the season
  • Experience in Project Management a plus.
  • Basic database and/or analytics experience a plus.
  • Ability to lift upwards of 50 lbs.

Compensation:
This position is compensated.

To Apply:
To apply, please send a resume to James Woods at jaw@trackman.com

Position: NW Arkansas Naturals TrackMan Operator

Locations: NW Arkansas, Burlington Royals, and Idaho Falls

Description:
TrackMan is seeking a highly motivated and detail oriented candidate to operate the TrackMan radar at three locations. This individual will be responsible for running the TrackMan system for home games. The number of games worked varies by week based on availability and the season schedule. The duties require that this role arrive one half-hour before first pitch and continue to the final out. The operator will start as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for setting up rosters and tagging information in TrackMan.
  • Log information for the entire game – monitoring the system and making any changes throughout the game (i.e. roster changes, defensive substitutions, etc.).
  • Assist in troubleshooting system issues with Trackman support, fixing any errors, and uploading the game to the TrackMan.
  • Ad hoc requests.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Candidate must be motivated, well organized, and detail oriented.
  • A firm understanding of baseball is required.
  • Candidate must be able to make all home games and able to work nights during the week and weekends associated with home games.
  • Previous experience using TrackMan software is preferred but not required.

To Apply:
Please email James Woods at jaw@trackman.com and indicate your preferred location in the subject line.





Meg is the managing editor of FanGraphs and the co-host of Effectively Wild. Prior to joining FanGraphs, her work appeared at Baseball Prospectus, Lookout Landing, and Just A Bit Outside. You can follow her on twitter @megrowler.

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14689142745member
6 years ago

didn’t the MiLB season already start hahaha? who are they having do it now? the popcorn guy?

WWWWombat
6 years ago
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Cape Cod Baseball League says hi.