Hockey Operations - Data Analyst

Nashville Predators Job Description

Job Title: Data Analyst

Department: Hockey Operations

Job Reports To: Assistant General Manager & Director of Hockey Analytics

Status: Exempt, Salaried

About the Role

The Nashville Predators are seeking a full-time Data Analyst to join our Hockey Operations Department. This role will support both the Analytics and Hockey Operations teams by leveraging data to enhance hockey systems and support decision-making. Reporting to the Assistant GM & Director of Hockey Operations and the Director of Hockey Analytics, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment focused on uncovering competitive advantages through data.

Position Overview

The ideal candidate is a driven data storyteller with a strong foundation in hockey analytics. You’ll analyze player, team, and league trends, build reports and visualizations, and translate complex data into compelling narratives that resonate with key stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze hockey data to uncover trends, evaluate performance, and support strategic decisions.
• Create and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations.
• Communicate insights clearly and effectively to technical and non-technical audiences to diverse groups.
• Document processes and maintain data integrity across projects.
• Stay current with hockey analytics trends and contribute to ongoing research initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of one to two (1-2) years of related experience with a professional sports team, or sports data analytics company.
• Strong data storytelling skills - ability to explain data findings in a clear, engaging way.
• Proficiency in SQL and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
• Experience with Python or R.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Passion for hockey and a basic understanding of the game’s structure and strategy.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Self-starter, eager, and passionate to learn and contribute to the team.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends as dictated by organization scheduling.
• As a condition of employment, qualified applicant will be subject to a background check, including a criminal history check, driver history and character references.
• Possess a valid driver’s license, possess a suitable driving history and be insurable by Nashville Predator’s insurance carrier.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with hockey data (e.g., NHL, AHL, tracking data).
• Experience with machine learning or predictive modeling.
• Exposure to working with large datasets and player tracking systems.
• Front-end development experience.

Essential Physical Functions:

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must have high finger dexterity.
• Ability to speak and communicate clearly with others.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and move boxes of office equipment, accounting files, etc. weighing up to 20 lbs.

Equipment Used:

• General Office Equipment

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by any person authorized to give instruction or assignments. 

Preds Perks: In addition to medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, all full-time employees of the Nashville Predators and entities are eligible for Preds Perks. These currently include the following: Competitive pay, referral bonuses, 401K eligibility, priority access to event presales, tickets to events (when available), Nashville Locker Room (pro shop) discount, premium pay for overnight shifts, 19 days of paid time off each year, Ford Ice Center programming discount, on demand pay, and bonus potential.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Nashville Predators is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status, genetic information, or any other applicable federal or state protected classification. The organization celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.

In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact our Recruitment Team at recruiter@teamsmashville.com to request an accommodation.