Complex Coordinator

Detroit Tigers, Inc.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Detroit Tigers are seeking a Complex Coordinator to manage scheduling and implementation of all on-field activities at the Lakeland complex, including rehab, spring training, extended spring, and preseason/postseason workouts for the 2027 minor league season. This full-time role is based year-round at the Lakeland facility and works with the Player Development & Performance Departments.

Primary duties include coordinating field staff, leading rehab sessions, assisting with Draft Camp

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage and coordinate several schedules.
• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling and implementation of all on-field activity at the Lakeland complex, including rehab, spring training, extended spring training, and preseason/postseason activities.
• Coordinate scheduling and field staff needs during spring training, instructional league, and off-season programs.
• Assist in onboarding new players and in planning Draft Camp.
• Assist in daily staff meetings during spring training with scheduling details and interdepartmental coordination.
• Collaborate with Medical and Performance staff to create daily schedules and staffing for rehab.
• Lead on-field and hitting work with rehabbing players as needed.
• Support scheduling and field staff needs during extended spring training and Florida Complex League season.
• Perform on-field duties such as batting practice and feeding machines as needed; report daily work in internal system.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Job Summary

The Detroit Tigers are seeking a Complex Coordinator to handle scheduling and implementation of all pre-season, in-season, and postseason on-field activities at the Tigers complex in Lakeland, FL, for the 2027 minor league season. This position is based year-round at the Tigers Lakeland, Florida facility and works closely with all members of the Detroit Tigers Player Development & Performance Departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Player Development leadership by coordinating scheduling and implementation of all on-field activity at the Lakeland complex, including but not limited to Major and minor league rehabilitation, spring training, extended spring training, and any informal preseason and postseason activity taking place at the facility.
• Coordinate scheduling and field staff needs during Major League and Minor League spring training, instructional league, and off-season programs.
• Assist in the onboarding of new players and play a prominent role in the planning and execution of Draft Camp.
• Assist in daily staff meetings during spring training, providing details on daily schedule, continuing education, and connection between all departments.
• Take a lead role collaborating with Medical and Performance staff creating the daily schedule and staffing needs during Major and Minor League rehabilitation.
• Lead all on field and hitting work with rehabbing Major and Minor league players as needed.
• Assist the Florida Complex League manager with any scheduling and field staff needs during extended spring training and the Florida Complex League season.
• Perform on-field duties such as throwing batting practice, hitting fungoes, feeding machines as needed throughout the calendar year for players on site in Lakeland.
• Report and comment on daily work in the internal reporting system.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage and coordinate several schedules.
• Strong communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Baseball playing experience at the professional or collegiate level.
• Fluency or working proficiency in Spanish.

The Detroit Tigers is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual’s race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Company will strive to provide reasonable accommodations to permit qualified applicants who have a need for an accommodation to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested.