The Winnipeg Goldeyes are hiring! The two positions available are Pitch Clock Operator and Scorer/Statistician. Learn more below:
PITCH CLOCK OPERATOR
Duties
• Monitor and reset pitch clock timers following every pitch.
• Operate equipment quickly and efficiently including set up and shut down before and after each game.
• Troubleshoot situations without delay and act accordingly to resolve technical or practical issues that may arise.
• Remain attentive and focused at all times.
• The Pitch Clock Operator will also be cross trained in operating the scoring and statistics software and may work additional games at those positions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Strong baseball knowledge is required.
• Experience operating relevant equipment (scoreboard controllers, etc.).
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to think and act quickly.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Attention to detail.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to remain seated for long periods.
SCORER/STATISTICIAN
Duties
• Make and announce all game decisions involving judgment calls based on Rule 9 of the Official Baseball Rules, clarifying scoring rules interpretation to club and media personnel when necessary.
• Collect rosters, lineups, and other applicable information.
• Keep a detailed record of the game, focusing on every pitch and play.
• Operate equipment quickly and efficiently including set up and shut down before and after each game.
• Troubleshoot situations without delay and act accordingly to resolve technical or practical issues that may arise.
• Remain attentive and focused at all times.
• The Scorer/Statistician will also be cross trained in operating the Pitch Clock and may work additional games at that position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Exceptional (and demonstrable) knowledge of the Official Baseball Rules, and especially Section 9 of the Official Baseball Rules.
• Ability to clearly communicate information and to effectively clarify Official Scoring Rules and scoring decisions, when necessary, to club officials and others.
• Demonstrate good judgment on applicable plays requiring decisions.
• Attention to detail in keeping score and tracking game totals for each player and team.
• Demeanor to accept constructive criticism and instruction, and patience to deal with critique of performance from various parties (i.e. clubs, players, media).
• Experience operating baseball scoring software.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to think and act quickly.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Attention to detail.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to remain seated for long periods.