Baseball Operations Apprentice

Job Description

Department: Baseball Operations

Classification: Full-Time/Non-Exempt

Please note, as a condition of employment, COVID-19 vaccination (at least the initiation of the process) is required prior to start date. Accommodations for medical or religious reasons will be considered.

Summary/Objective:

The Houston Astros is seeking a Baseball Operations Apprentice for the 2022 season to assist with the department’s day-to-day responsibilities. The position will be based in Houston, TX.

A strong candidate will have a demonstrated passion for baseball with the ability to provide creative insights into player valuation and roster management. They will also have intermediate proficiency with R/SQL and a demonstrated interest in self-improvement. Finally, a strong candidate will be able to effectively communicate with various members of the front office.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Perform analysis and modeling to support one or more research projects
• Contribute to data management, organization, and integration into the organization’s player valuation system
• Prepare tools, visualizations, and reports to aid in disseminating information throughout Baseball Operations
• Perform ad hoc projects and queries to support Baseball Operations
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Education and/or Experience & Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Proficiency with R preferred
• Experience with SQL and SQL databases preferred
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• High level of attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional and punctual
• Strong baseball knowledge
• Ability to communicate in Spanish a plus
• Possess a valid Driver’s License

Work Environment

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and focused vision.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including; extended hours, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Travel:

Rare travel may be expected for this position.
Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability

ExperiencePreferred
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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gkqqyq-3-21-93-44-42 in your application.