Assistant, Amateur Acquisitions

Washington Nationals; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) and pension plan

Access to complimentary tickets

Job summary

A professional sports organization in Washington seeks an Assistant for Amateur Acquisitions to evaluate amateur players and support decision-making in player acquisitions. This entry-level role involves collaboration with the talent evaluation team and managing department operations. Candidates should demonstrate an understanding of baseball evaluation and possess excellent communication skills. A salary in the range of $60,000-$80,000 is offered along with comprehensive benefits including insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Entry-level understanding of player evaluation and front office decision-making.
• Ability to manage and improve end-to-end processes.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate amateur players and produce scouting reports.
• Manage everyday operations of the department.
• Support decision-making during the Amateur Draft.

Skills

Understanding of baseball player and team evaluation

Excellent communication skills

Project management skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments

Proficiency in SQL

Job description

Assistant, Amateur Acquisitions

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Our Vision

To become baseball’s highest performing organization — defined by our relentless pursuit of excellence, strengthened by our connection, and fueled by our positive energy.

Our Core Values

• We want to be around people that like to have fun. We remain optimistic through the ups and downs, we enjoy the process, and we share in something bigger than ourselves.
• We don’t have all the answers. We lead with curiosity, listen generously, and seek growth from every experience — especially the tough ones. We have gotten over ourselves.
• We do the right thing, even when it’s hard. We act with honesty, accountability, and respect for our teammates and ourselves. We treat the custodian like the king.
• We embrace challenges and thrive in high‑stakes environments. We prepare relentlessly. We are energized by the idea of keeping score.

Position Summary

The Amateur Acquisitions Assistant will help contribute to the Nationals’ domestic amateur acquisition strategic processes with the goals of securing top draft talent.

Primary Responsibilities

• Evaluate amateur players in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico, producing scouting reports and maintaining preference lists.
• Work with the Director and Assistant Director of Amateur Acquisitions to manage the everyday operations of the department.
• Plan key department meetings that align scouting efforts and support informed decision‑making.
• Support decision making during the Amateur Draft.
• Collaborate with R&D department to identify and drive research that enhances player evaluation.
• Ensure high standards of quality, rigor, and timeliness of player‑level data and efficient delivery and communication of high‑value information.
• Ensure effective execution of pre‑draft workouts by coordinating delivery of equipment and dissemination of information to players.
• Review employee expense report submissions to ensure compliance with department policies.
• Build tools to track staff progress against key information collection initiatives.
• Manage expenses within an approved budget.
• Oversee the work of seasonal department interns.
• Contribute to organization‑wide decision‑making in Baseball Operations throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Understanding of baseball player and team evaluation, player development processes, and front office decision‑making.
• Command of and ability to improve end‑to‑end processes that power decisions.
• Excellent communication, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative, and highly confidential environment.
• Deep alignment with and promotion of the organization’s values and vision.
• Proficiency in SQL is a plus.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Administrative

Compensation

The projected salary for this position is $60,000‑$80,000 per year. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) and pension plan
• Access to complimentary tickets to Nationals home games
• Employee discounts
• Free onsite fitness center

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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