JOB TITLE: Scout, North Texas

DEPARTMENT: Domestic Scouting

REGION: North Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will require applicant to identify and evaluate amateur prospects in the North Texas region of the United States in preparation for the First-Year Player Draft, in addition to other assigned scouting duties. This position will report through the Domestic Scouting department and work closely with all types of baseball operations personnel.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Primary duties to include, but not limited to, the following:

Evaluate & recommend amateur players for the First-Year Player Draft
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the Orioles values & strategy.
Communicate and collaborate with employees throughout the Orioles organization.
Utilize video, scouting information, data & technology to enhance decision making on players
Compose scouting reports on draft eligible players
Build relationships with players and families of players
Build & maintain relationships with programs/coaches in the region
Assess player’s makeup through personal interviews
Plan and organize workouts for organization to evaluate players
Maintain area schedule and prioritize top prospects
Collect video on draft eligible players and upload to video system
Perform and execute Pro Scouting coverage as assigned
Represent Orioles organization in a professional manner

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Ability to work long hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, & often in adverse outdoor conditions
Ability to own and operate a vehicle and travel extensively
Strong ability to self-motivate, self-organize, and attention to detail
Exceptional communication skills
High computer and internet proficiency
Strong knowledge of baseball information & evaluation

Desired:

At least 3 years’ experience from a variety of backgrounds, which can include: Scouting, Coaching, Education, Business, or other fields.
Prior playing experience

DISCLAIMER:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. The duties listed do not represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

The Baltimore Orioles are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Baltimore Orioles to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hair textures, afro hairstyles, or protective hairstyles), color, national origin or ancestry, religion or creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, veteran’s status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The anticipated salary for this role is $45,000 - $65,000 annually depending on experience.

The Baltimore Orioles are committed to providing competitive pay and benefits for our employees.

The Baltimore Orioles provide generous benefits, health insurance (single and family), vision and dental coverage, life insurance, concession/merchandise discounts, free parking and complimentary baseball tickets to home games. 401(k) plan with discretionary employer match available after one year of service and 1,000 hours is also available.

This information is being provided in accordance with the Maryland Equal Pay for Equal Work - Wage Range Transparency law.

Posted: 10/14/24