About the role
Title: Area Scout
Department: Domestic Scouting
Location: Remote
Reports To: Assistant Director, Draft Operations
FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt
Role Overview:
This position will identify and evaluate amateur prospects in preparation for the First-Year Player Draft, in addition to other assigned scouting duties.
Key Responsibilities:
Primary duties to include, but not limited to, the following:
Evaluate & recommend amateur players for the First-Year Player Draft
Communicate and collaborate with employees throughout the Orioles organization
Utilize in-person looks, video, data & technology to enhance decision making on players
Compose scouting reports on draft-eligible players
Build relationships with players and families of players
Build & maintain relationships with members of the baseball community
Complete comprehensive assessments of player’s backgrounds & makeup
Plan and organize workouts for organization to evaluate players
Maintain area schedule and prioritize top prospects
Collect video on draft eligible players and upload to video system
Perform and execute Pro Scouting coverage as assigned
Represent Orioles organization in a professional manner
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Ability to work long hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, & often in adverse outdoor conditions
Ability to own and operate a vehicle and travel extensively
Strong ability to self-motivate, self-organize, and attention to detail
Exceptional communication skills
High computer and internet proficiency
Strong knowledge of baseball information & evaluation
At least 3 years’ experience from a variety of backgrounds, which can include: Scouting, Coaching, Education, Business, or other fields.
Prior playing experience
EXEMPTION STATUS:
This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). It requires the consistent exercise of independent judgment, oversight of major partnership accounts, and significant cross-functional collaboration. Because the role includes managing strategic responsibilities, operating autonomously, and working outside standard business hours during games and events, the Manager is not eligible for overtime pay. Flexibility, leadership, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment are essential.
DISCLAIMER:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. The duties listed do not represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
The Baltimore Orioles are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Baltimore Orioles to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race (including hair textures, afro hairstyles, or protective hairstyles), color, national origin or ancestry, religion or creed, gender or sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, veteran’s status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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