Primary Objective: This role will focus primarily on coordinating and supporting administrative, technical, and data gathering efforts within the amateur department in preparation for the Rule 4 Draft. This individual will also be exposed to both in-person scouting and analytically based player evaluation. They will work closely with the amateur scouting staff, coordinating tasks like scheduling, information gathering and other day-to-day departmental needs.
Essential Functions:
- Provide administrative, logistical, and technical support in all areas of the Amateur Scouting department in preparation for the Rule 4 Draft.
- Coordinate the collection of biographical, medical, and statistical information on Draft-eligible players.
- Manage the daily in-flow of information/data from scouting staff and external sources, implement thorough tracking processes to organize information, and communicate information needs throughout the department.
- Assist in administrative tasks including but not limited to creating contracts in EBIS, managing department’s budget, planning, and executing department meetings and events - including pre-draft workouts, and other department-wide meetings throughout the year.
- Scouting and ranking of amateur players both in-person and on video as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Equivalent, relevant work experience would be considered in lieu of formal education.
- At least one year of work experience in professional baseball is preferred. Equivalent, relevant work experience could be considered in lieu of this.
Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
(Required)
- Strong grasp of modern performance metrics
- Excellent communication skills and ability to converse with both Players and Coaches/Agents, as well as the scouting department leadership group.
- Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills.
- Acts in a manner that is fair & ethical and represents the Miami Marlins with integrity.
- Takes personal responsibility for completing work in a way that positively and professionally represents the organization.
(Preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel with experience or exposure with SQL preferred.
- The ability to be innovative and proactive in promoting new ideas and concepts.
Physical Activities and Working Conditions:
- Must be willing and able to relocate to Miami, FL.
- Willingness and ability to work weekends, holidays, and open to travel, as needed.
- Regularly collaborate with scouting leadership in developing self-improvement plans in all areas, including goal planning and reviews
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.
