Coordinator, Minor League Hitting

Job Description

Coordinator, Minor League Hitting (Upper Level)
Our Vision
To become baseball's highest performing organization - defined by our relentless pursuit of excellence, strengthened by our connection, and fueled by our positive energy.
Our Core Values
• Joy. We want to be around people that like to have fun. We remain optimistic through the ups and downs, we enjoy the process, and we share in something bigger than ourselves.
• Humility. We don't have all the answers. We lead with curiosity, listen generously, and seek growth from every experience - especially the tough ones. We have gotten over ourselves.
• Integrity. We do the right thing, even when it's hard. We act with honesty, accountability, and respect for our teammates and ourselves. We treat the custodian like the king.
• Competitiveness. We embrace challenges and thrive in high-stakes environments. We prepare relentlessly. We are energized by the idea of keeping score.
Position Summary
The Washington Nationals are seeking a minor league hitting coordinator to join in creating a world-class hitting pipeline. The hitting coordinator will report to and work closely with the Director of Hitting and PD leadership to implement a cross-discipline, strategic philosophy to build a sustainable system of player and staff development. This position will also work closely with affiliate hitting coaches to develop individualized player performance plans. Ideal candidates embody our core values (joy, humility, integrity, and competitiveness) and are highly motivated, with a proactive and creative growth mindset.
This is a roving position that will be focused on the upper levels (AAA, AA, A+) and include travel to respective affiliates throughout the season.

Primary Responsibilities
• Oversee implementation of organizational hitting philosophies at the upper minor league levels (AAA, AA, A+).
• Communicate regularly with affiliate hitting coaches to provide support, feedback, and staff development opportunities throughout the season.
• Collaborate with Director of Hitting, hitting coaches, and support staff to create player-specific offensive improvement plans.
• Collaborate with medical and S&C departments to ensure the execution of rehabilitation and return-to-play programs.
• Track player hitting performance and provide data-driven insights using baseball technology and other analytical tools.
• Ensure healthy communication to execute a world-class transition process as players move from level to level.
Qualifications
• Detail-oriented with a strong ability to create inventive programming and practice design.
• Proven experience organizing and connecting a cohesive team that embodies the organization's values and vision.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and communicate clearly and effectively, challenging and empowering teammates to grow personally and professionally.
• Strong decision-making skills and track record applying analytical ideas and data-driven concepts within baseball.
• Prior experience coaching or leading in an innovative baseball performance setting.
Compensation:
The projected annual salary range for this contracted position is $100,000 - $125,000 per year. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant's: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.
Benefits:
The Nationals offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that presently includes:
• Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) and pension plan
• Access to complimentary tickets to Nationals home games
• Employee discounts
• Free onsite fitness center
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-868zvx-216-73-216-189-42 in your application.