Assistant, Baseball Operations

Washington Nationals; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D

Short- and long‑term disability

401(k) and pension plan

Complimentary Nationals tickets

Employee discounts

Free onsite fitness center

Job summary

The Washington Nationals are seeking an Assistant, Baseball Operations to join our team. The role combines ownership of payroll administration, contracts, and roster items with supporting a broad set of Baseball Operations workflows.

You may lead or support projects spanning acquisitions, player development, and strategic initiatives, reporting to the Senior Director and Chief of Staff. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, are detail-oriented, and excel in cross‑functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent military experience.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong ability to work across departments.
• Desire to learn, grow, and develop professionally in alignment with organizational values.
• Strong verbal and written communicator.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Familiarity with MLB rules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SQL and R preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the administration of player payroll, including establishing payroll procedures and policies, ensuring compliance with MLB and organizational requirements, and exercising discretion in recommending payroll modifications.
• Manage the various contracts and agreements associated with baseball operations‑related vendors.
• Coordinate and support day‑to‑day operations related to management of the 40‑Man Roster and compliance with MLB rules, including interpreting and applying complex MLB rules to operational decisions.
• Direct and execute administrative processes related to the execution of player transactions and Major League contracts.
• Play a meaningful role in the salary arbitration process, from initial research performing comparative and market analysis, to formulating negotiation strategy, handling negotiations with player agents, and representing organizational interests in arbitration proceedings, requiring advanced analytical and legal reasoning.
• Co‑manage the Baseball Operations Internship program, including developing and implementing recruitment strategies, establishing program policies and procedures, participating in decisions regarding intern selection and placement, and evaluating program effectiveness to make recommendations for program improvements.
• Lead special projects and cross functional initiatives as assigned, conducting independent strategic and financial analysis, formulating recommendations for organizational improvement, working collaboratively with the Senior Director and Chief of Staff to achieve departmental strategic objectives.
• Perform other administrative or business operations duties as assigned by Senior Director and Chief of Staff, exercising discretion and independent judgment consistent with the nature of assigned duties.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent military experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

SQL

R

Job description

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.

• Joy. 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.
• Humility. 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.
• Integrity. 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.
• Competitiveness. We embrace challenges and thrive in high‑stakes environments. We prepare relentlessly. We are energized by the idea of keeping score.

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

• Joy. 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.
• Humility. 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.
• Integrity. 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.
• Competitiveness. We embrace challenges and thrive in high‑stakes environments. We prepare relentlessly. We are energized by the idea of keeping score.

Position Summary

The Assistant, Baseball Operations will serve as a key operational and strategic resource to the Baseball Operations department of the Washington Nationals. The role combines ownership of critical recurring processes including direction and administration of player payroll, contracts, and roster-related items, in addition to supporting a wide-ranging set of workflows that touch all aspects of Baseball Operations. Depending on organizational priorities, the individual may direct or contribute to projects spanning acquisitions, player development, R&D, and cross‑departmental strategic initiatives, while also supporting the Chief of Staff with key departmental objectives.

Ideal candidates embody our core values (joy, humility, integrity, and competitiveness) and are highly motivated, with a proactive and creative growth mindset. We welcome candidates from a variety of professional and academic backgrounds. Individuals with experience in baseball operations, consulting, finance, legal, project management, business operations, or other environments requiring rigorous analysis and coordinated execution may be strong fits. More important than a particular background are sound judgment, attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, clear communication, and the ability to drive work across multiple stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the administration of player payroll, including establishing payroll procedures and policies, ensuring compliance with MLB and organizational requirements, and exercising discretion in recommending payroll modifications.
• Manage the various contracts and agreements associated with baseball operations‑related vendors.
• Coordinate and support day‑to‑day operations related to management of the 40‑Man Roster and compliance with MLB rules, including interpreting and applying complex MLB rules to operational decisions.
• Direct and execute administrative processes related to the execution of player transactions and Major League contracts.
• Play a meaningful role in the salary arbitration process, from initial research performing comparative and market analysis, to formulating negotiation strategy, handling negotiations with player agents, and representing organizational interests in arbitration proceedings, requiring advanced analytical and legal reasoning.
• Co‑manage the Baseball Operations Internship program, including developing and implementing recruitment strategies, establishing program policies and procedures, participating in decisions regarding intern selection and placement, and evaluating program effectiveness to make recommendations for program improvements.
• Lead special projects and cross functional initiatives as assigned, conducting independent strategic and financial analysis, formulating recommendations for organizational improvement, working collaboratively with the Senior Director and Chief of Staff to achieve departmental strategic objectives.
• Perform other administrative or business operations duties as assigned by Senior Director and Chief of Staff, exercising discretion and independent judgment consistent with the nature of assigned duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent military experience.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong ability to work across departments.
• Desire to learn, grow, and develop personally and professionally in alignment with organizational values and philosophies.
• Strong verbal and written communicator.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Familiarity with MLB rules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SQL and R preferred

Compensation

The annual salary range for this role is $65,000-$75,000. 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

The Nationals offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that presently includes:

• 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.