Data-Driven Minor League Catching Coordinator

Athletics; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland Athletics is seeking a Minor League Catching Coordinator to oversee catching development across the organization. The role involves implementing player development philosophy, mentoring players and coaches, and collaborating with analytics to improve catching performance.

You will work with affiliate staff, contribute to daily practice planning, and participate in in-game development while advancing the organization’s philosophy and standards.

Qualifications

• High degree of baseball experience as a coach and/or player, preferably with catching experience and coaching experience at the minor league or college level.
• Strong understanding of catching fundamentals, including receiving, blocking, throwing mechanics, game calling, and modern baseball analytics and technology.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex information and provide constructive feedback to both players and coaches.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction to minor league catchers on all aspects of catching, including receiving, blocking, throwing, positioning, game calling, and pitch framing.
• Assist and guide affiliate coaches in implementing the organization's overall player development philosophy and catching programs.
• Collaborate with analytics and performance science departments to integrate data and technology into training, evaluate player performance, and create individualized development plans.
• Evaluate and monitor catcher performance across minor league affiliates, providing ongoing feedback and recommendations for improvement.
• Work closely with pitching coaches and coordinators to support pitcher-catcher relationships, game preparation, and overall defensive strategy.
• Help develop daily practice plans, schedules, and catching drills, and assist with in-game management when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Baseball coaching experience

Catching experience

Data analytics literacy

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in related field

Tools

Performance analytics tools

Video analysis software

Job description

Oakland Athletics is seeking a Minor League Catching Coordinator to oversee catching development across the organization. The role involves implementing player development philosophy, mentoring players and coaches, and collaborating with analytics to improve catching performance.

You will work with affiliate staff, contribute to daily practice planning, and participate in in-game development while advancing the organization’s philosophy and standards.