Area Scout - Texas

Position:Area Scout - Texas

Department:Domestic Scouting

Reporting Manager:Director of Scouting

Status:Full Time

Job Classification:Exempt

Location:Texas

About the A's:

The A's are a baseball team founded in 1901. They have a rich history, having won nine World Series championships and 15 American League pennants. The A's are known for pioneering the "Moneyball" approach to team-building, which focuses on using statistical analysis to identify undervalued players.

In addition to their success on the field, the A's also have a positive and dynamic work culture. They have been recognized twice as the Front Office Sports, Best Employers in Sports.

The A’s are defined by their core pillars of being Dynamic, Innovative, and Inclusive. Working for the A's offers the opportunity to be part of an innovative organization that values its employees and strives to create a positive work environment.

Description:

The Area Scout is responsible for observing, evaluating and recommending amateur baseball players in an assigned geography in order to facilitate the drafting and signing of top talent by the Athletics. Other responsibilities include procuring all pertinent player data, conducting personal interviews, summer and fall scouting coverage, professional scouting coverage and gathering other information to assist in the assessment of prospects

Responsibilities:

• Oversee baseball activity in the assigned territory of Texas. 
• Attend necessary showcases, games, workouts, and tournaments within the territory. 
• Evaluate amateur baseball players and create scouting reports on their current skills and projection of potential future skills.
• Produce, curate, and analyze video and other relevant data for targeted baseball prospects. 
• Establish relationships and conduct personal interviews with players, their families, coaches, and advisors within the region.
• Provide professional scouting coverage as assigned.
• Effectively communicate player updates and preference lists to internal stakeholders. 

Requirements:

• Prior professional scouting experience
• High degree of baseball acumen and understanding of evaluating baseball skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences.
• Flexibility to work extensive hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, as necessary.
• Willingness to travel and available to be away from home for multiple nights in a row.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

The A’s Social Impact & Belonging Statement:

Social Impact & Belonging are in our organizational DNA. Our commitment to these values is unwavering – on and off the field. Together, we continue to build an inclusive, innovative, and dynamic culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates belonging and amplifies all voices. Combining a collaborative and innovative work environment with talented team members, we've created a workforce in which every team member has the tools to reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity Consideration:

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.