Minor League Field Manager — Player Development & Defense

Houston Astros; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Houston Astros seek a Minor League Field Manager for the Corpus Christi Hooks affiliate in Corpus Christi, TX. You will coach at the minor league level, develop players in infield/outfield defense, baserunning, and game execution, and work with the Field Coordinator and staff to optimize daily schedules during the season.

The role requires coaching experience, strong communication, and a collaborative approach to player development, with travel during the season and an emphasis on

Qualifications

• Coaching experience required.
• Ability to understand and advocate for changes due to new information and/or tools in baseball.
• Interest in strength & conditioning and analytics.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Professional or collegiate playing experience is a plus.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and coordinate the daily schedule at the designated location with a collaborative approach to support all departments.
• Lead defensive and baserunning development of players.
• Assist with evaluation and coaching of team fundamentals.
• Assist staff and players with system and technology implementations.
• Assist in executing prescribed in-game pitching, hitting, and defensive strategies.
• Maintain high standards for self, staff, and players at the location.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead and manage a minor league team through the season.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Coaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical mindset

Spanish language (bonus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Houston Astros seek a Minor League Field Manager for the Corpus Christi Hooks affiliate in Corpus Christi, TX. You will coach at the minor league level, develop players in infield/outfield defense, baserunning, and game execution, and work with the Field Coordinator and staff to optimize daily schedules during the season.

The role requires coaching experience, strong communication, and a collaborative approach to player development, with travel during the season and an emphasis on