Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $25.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Competitive hourly pay
Flexible seasonal employment
Hands-on experience with innovative sports technology
Training and development program
Opportunity to work in professional sports environment
Networking opportunities within MLB
Game day attendance
Job Description
Major League Baseball (MLB) is the premier professional baseball organization in the United States and Canada, overseeing the highest level of play in the sport. MLB has continually embraced technology to enhance the game, fan experience, and officiating accuracy. One of its latest innovations is the Automated Ball and Strike system (ABS), an advanced technology designed to assist plate umpires by automatically tracking pitches and determining ball and strike calls using optical tracking data. This system has been rolled out in various minor league baseball settings including AAA and the Florida State League, select Spring Training venues, and holds potential... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in sports operations or technology support preferred
- Ability to attend games regularly in person
- Ability to operate and troubleshoot iPhone and computer software
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work cooperatively with remote and onsite staff
- Capacity to submit detailed reports
- Must undergo and complete correspondence training program before solo assignments
- Ability to travel independently since no relocation assistance is provided
Job Qualifications
- Exceptional and demonstrable knowledge of baseball and its rules
- Strong computer proficiency including Windows OS and software
- Ability to quickly learn and operate new software
- Exceptional knowledge of iPhone operation
- Previous experience with a professional or college sports team, preferably baseball
- Regular availability to attend games in person on weekdays, nights, and weekends
- Ability to assist in troubleshooting equipment under pressure
- Team player with a great attitude and willingness to learn
- Professionalism and reliability
Job Duties
- Arrive at ballpark approx. 2 hours prior to first pitch and check-in with remote MLB support staff
- Conduct pre-game fax of equipment and escalate and troubleshoot system issues as necessary
- Assist umpire with set-up
- Operate the ABS application to track and enter data on no audio, slow or delayed audio, and pitch call issue flag
- Communicate with MLB staff to ensure proper support of umpire and accuracy of all data
- Participate in postgame meeting with umpire
- Submit a detailed post-game report
- Communicate any issues or feedback to game-night support staff
- Maintain routine correspondence via email, Slack, voice call, or text
- Perform other game-day responsibilities as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
You may be also interested in: