Baseball enthusiasts with technical proficiency in scoring systems will find this part-time, in-person role in specific MLB markets suits their passion and skills.
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Original posting from Major League Baseball
Major League Baseball is seeking Data Operations seasonal personnel for the upcoming season.
MLB Data Operations personnel are responsible for digitally scoring games from the MLB ballparks, which provides the data used in the live content applications on MLB.com, including At-Bat, Gameday and MLB.TV, real-time highlights and text alerts, and by our business partners. This is a perfect part-time job for a responsible, computer-savvy person who happens to be a big baseball fan.
This is a seasonal role that requires regular onsite attendance at the ballpark. MLB does not provide any form of relocation assistance and you will be responsible for your transportation needs. Please apply for positions in the market where you are currently located.
We are actively recruiting for the following markets
Colorado Rockies (DENVER, CO)
Houston Astros (HOUSTON, TX)
Minnesota Twins (MINNEAPOLIS, MN)
St. Louis Cardinals (ST. LOUIS, MO)
This role is open in several markets, but we ask that you apply only to the single location where you intend to work. To maintain a fair and efficient hiring process, candidates who submit duplicate applications for multiple locations will not be considered.
Responsibilities
Arrive at the ballpark no later than one hour prior to the scheduled start time
Double-check and verify all pre-game information: rosters, umpires, weather conditions, etc.
During the game, enter the results of every pitch and game event (plays, substitutions, etc.) using our proprietary software and coding language
Work closely with our game-night support staff (via Slack) to ensure proper scoring of all game events and accuracy of data
After the game, enter all post-game information and validate all stats and data in our scoring software against the box score provided by the Official Scorer.
Routine day-to-day correspondence via email, Slack, voice call and/or text message, to keep current with coverage schedules and other scheduled assignments.
Other game-day responsibilities during Spring Training, the regular season and/or Postseason as determined by Data Operations supervisor(s).
Qualifications and Skills
Exceptional (and demonstrable) knowledge of baseball and how to score a baseball game
Strong computer proficiency (Windows OS, Windows-based software and Chrome browser) and the ability to quickly learn and operate new software
Knowledge and use of Slack chat software
Network connection management (Ethernet, Wi-Fi enabling/Disabling; test MAC Address)
Previous experience (including pressbox exposure) with a professional or college sports team, preferably baseball, is preferred.
Regular availability to attend games in-person as required by the schedule: weekdays, nights and weekends
A "team player" with a great attitude, including but not limited to a willingness to make and learn from mistakes and the ability to work closely and cooperatively (and take direction from) our game-night staff
It is a fun job and we pay people to watch baseball, but it is also an important job and we want people who will take the responsibility seriously.
Pay Range: $25.00 - $27.50 per hour
The actual offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your work experience, education, skills, and any other factors MLB considers relevant to the hiring decision.
There is a correspondence training program before working any games solo in the ballpark.
ONLY those who reply to this link will be considered, and due to volume, we may be unable to respond to all applicants.
Why MLB?
Major League Baseball (MLB) is the most historic of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. Employees love working at MLB because of the culture of growth, teamwork, and professionalism. Employees who are most successful at MLB take initiative, know how to identify problems and provide solutions, and always put the Team first. For those ready to step up to the plate and join the major leagues, MLB takes the same approach as teams do with their players: empowering our “workforce athletes” to be at their best by engineering experiences that put employees in the best position to succeed. Major League Baseball is looking for candidates who are passionate about growing America’s pastime to best serve its fans for decades to come.
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Source: Major League Baseball careers