Amateur Scouting Apprentice

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. JOB SUMMARY: The Texas Rangers Baseball Club is seeking an Amateur Scouting Apprentice for the beginning of January. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: Aid in all department logistics: draft meetings, player workouts, scout communication, database management. Aid in player information gathering in preparation for draft: maintain key databases and data collection processes from various sources, MLB surveys, collecting and editing video. Be present in all draft meetings Develop fundamental player evaluation skills including but not limited to scouting methodology and data analysis and in-person evaluations. Attend summer high school showcases, assist with various projects/assignments outside of amateur scouting (Professional, Baseball Operations, arbitration) All other duties as assigned. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to multitask in high pressure environments. Ability to relocate to Dallas-Fort Worth area. Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Completed or currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree. Demonstrated passion for baseball. Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships. Familiarity with advanced baseball statistics, amateur scouting and the rule 4 draft process. Growth oriented, desire to learn. Must possess highly proficient skills in the use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Power Point). Strong administrative, organizational and communication skills. Strong attention to detail. Meticulously completes work assignments thoroughly and in an accurate, and prompt way. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the job. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! The Texas Rangers, a professional baseball team located in Arlington, Texas since 1972, are committed to providing a fun and safe atmosphere for families and fans, a passion for baseball that extends to all levels of ballpark staff, and a commitment by players and the front office to field a competitive team that plays to win. Working for the Texas Rangers at any level isn’t about just having a job; it’s about showing a sense of pride for your baseball team and finding a place you can call “home."