Pro Scouting Analyst Fellowship

This is a Full Time Job

Pro Scouting Analyst Fellowship
Baltimore, MD

Reports To: Director, Professional Scouting

Job Summary:

This individual will support the efforts of the Professional Scouting department by conducting extensive evaluations of professional players in the United States and abroad. The employee will utilize multiple information sources, relying heavily on video analysis while also working closely with the Baseball Analytics department. This is a seasonal position that is based out of Baltimore, MD. Preference will be given to candidates who can begin in the off-season, though summer-only candidates will be considered as well.

Primary Responsibilities
• Compose scouting reports on professional players utilizing video, technology, and in-person looks to enhance the club's decision-making process.
• Monitor roster dynamics of other organizations and leagues, maintaining prospect lists, depth charts, and positional rankings.
• Distribute target lists (FA, trade, Rule 5, international professional players, etc.) to scouts, coaches, and front office staff and coordinate responses for recommendations.
• Monitor scouting reports for consistency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Coordinate scout schedules and track coverage of target players.
• Troubleshoot technical and equipment issues, provide solutions to video scouting assignments, coordinate data-sharing agreements, and perform other administrative duties as assigned.
• Assist with data analysis, maintenance, and collection.
• Prepare tools, visualizations, and reports to aid in disseminating information throughout Baseball Operations.

Qualifications

• Exceptional knowledge of baseball and of sabermetric research and principles.
• Demonstrated experience with player evaluation.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with staff members of all levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, SQL, R, and Python preferred.
• Degree or equivalent experience in a STEM field preferred.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays and to travel as needed.

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