Winnipeg Goldeyes Employment Opportunities

Mar. 27, 2023

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.