AAA Strategy Associate

Title:  AAA Strategy Associate
Department:  Baseball Development
Report:  Manager, Major League Hitting Strategy
Status: Temporary Seasonal
Dates:  2/1/2025 - 10/31/2025
Location:  Allentown, Pennsylvania

Job Description

The AAA Strategy Associate will support the daily production of material that enhances the strategy and preparedness of AAA coaches and players. This position will work closely with ML Strategy to promote continuity, while integrating critical thought, organizational research and resources to provide the highest quality information.

Responsibilities

• Production of advance reports and other materials covering all aspects of opposing players and in-game strategy
• Internal player analysis support, with a focus on individual development goals
• In-game dugout and/or bullpen support as requested by AAA coaches
• Participation in group discussions to innovate and optimize internal processes
• Ad hoc projects to support AAA coaches and Baseball Development
• Assistance with carrying out player training and preparation routines
• Assistance with daily data and video review sessions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Strong foundational knowledge in modern baseball analysis and evaluation
• Experience working in professional and/or collegiate baseball
• Strong oral, written and visual communication and presentation skills
• Able to work with and protect highly confidential information
• Able to interact professionally with players, coaches, front office and support staff
• Able to multitask and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent or conversational Spanish
• Proficiency in SQL, R, and/or Python
• Experience working with sports technology, video and/or data collection
• Playing background and ability to support on-field work (batting practice, hitting fungos, infield routines, etc.) is preferred
• Experience building models and/or making rigorous predictions about on-field outcomes
• Experience interacting with statistical forecasts and providing information additive to existing processes

You will be required to answer the following question along with the submission of your application:
Which active pitcher has the best pitch in baseball (e.g. Pedro Martinez's changeup) and why? Please limit your response to 300 words.

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