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Athletics - Private

Bullpen Catcher

West Sacramento, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

Major League Baseball Operations Reporting Manager : Assistant General Manager Status: Seasonal Job Classification : Non-exempt Full-time Location (City, State) : West Sacramento, CA About the A'

ASM Global

Field Groundskeeper ONT Field

Ontario, CA

$20/hr

Support on-field operations during baseball games, practices, and workouts. * Assist with setup and teardown for non-baseball events including concerts, corporate events, and community activities.

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How much do baseball operations jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for baseball operations in California is $25.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $29.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Baseball Operations, and why are they important?

To thrive in Baseball Operations, you need a solid understanding of baseball analytics, player evaluation, and organizational management, often supported by a degree in sports management, statistics, or a related field. Familiarity with analytics software like R, SQL databases, and scouting systems is highly valued, as are certifications in sports administration or data analysis. Strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork skills help professionals collaborate effectively across departments and translate data into actionable insights. These skills are crucial for building competitive teams, making data-driven decisions, and ensuring the smooth operation of a baseball organization.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in Baseball Operations, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Baseball Operations often encounter challenges such as balancing analytical data with scouting intuition, managing a high volume of player information, and coordinating communication between coaches, scouts, and front office staff. Time management is crucial, especially during the season when roster decisions and player acquisitions happen quickly. To address these challenges, it's important to develop strong organizational skills, stay current with industry technology, and foster effective collaboration across departments. Building relationships with both analytical and traditional baseball personnel can also enhance decision-making and team success.

What are baseball operations?

Baseball operations refer to the department within a baseball organization responsible for all aspects of building and managing the team on the field. This includes player scouting, drafting, trades, analytics, player development, and contract negotiations. The baseball operations staff works behind the scenes to assemble the roster, develop talent, and make strategic decisions that impact the team's performance. Positions in baseball operations can range from general managers and scouts to analysts and player development coordinators.

What is the difference between Baseball Operations vs Baseball Analytics?

AspectBaseball OperationsBaseball Analytics
CredentialsDegree in sports management, business, or related fields; experience in baseballDegree in statistics, data science, or related fields; proficiency in data analysis tools
Work EnvironmentTeam offices, stadiums, collaboration with scouts and coachesData centers, software platforms, collaboration with analysts and front office
Employer & Industry UsageMajor and minor league teams, MLB front officesTeams, analytics firms, sports data companies

Baseball Operations encompasses the broader management of team activities, including player transactions, scouting, and game strategy. Baseball Analytics focuses specifically on data analysis to inform decisions. While both roles collaborate closely, Baseball Operations handles overall team management, whereas Baseball Analytics provides data-driven insights to support those decisions.

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Infographic showing various Baseball Operations job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 6% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,874 per year, or $25.9 per hour.
Executive Assistant to the President of Baseball Operations

Executive Assistant to the President of Baseball Operations

San Diego Padres

San Diego, CA • On-site

$30 - $33/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

DEPARTMENT: Baseball Operations
REPORTS TO: President of Baseball Operations & General Manager
STATUS: Full-Time; Non-Exempt
San Diego Padres Commitment:
The San Diego Padres are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees. We strive to create an environment for everyone by including perspectives from backgrounds that vary by race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, and national origin.
If you are not sure you are 100% qualified but are up for the challenge - we want you to apply. We believe skills are transferable and passion for our mission goes a long way.
Your role as Executive Assistant to the President of Baseball Operations:
You will be responsible for providing high-level administrative and operational support to the President of Baseball Operations by managing calendars, travel, meetings and special events while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
All the responsibilities we will trust you with:
  • Provide direct administrative support to the President of Baseball Operations and other members of the senior Baseball Operations leadership group, including calendar management, travel coordination, tickets, and expense reporting
  • Performs administrative duties involving independent judgment, initiative and tact for the President of Baseball Operations while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions
  • Maintains department logistics (travel, lodging, food, etc.) for all San Diego-based meetings (including Draft, Trade Deadline), Major League & Major League Staff meetings, General Manager Meetings, Winter Meetings, and Spring Training
  • Coordinate and schedule interviews for Baseball Operations candidates, including travel, hospitality arrangements, and logistical support
  • Oversee the Baseball Ops Suite in partnership with the Executive Assistant to CEO
  • Manage game tickets and giveaways for external stakeholders (affiliates, vendors, etc.)
  • Provide logistical gameday support as needed, including nights and weekends
  • Assist the Amateur Scouting Department in preparation for the Rule 4 Draft meetings in San Diego, Draft Combine, ect.
  • Coordinate and manage all "Special" Events for the Department - GM For a Day Guests, Annual Nomo Project visit, Spring Training Family Day, All Star Watch Party, ect.
  • Serve as a central resource for staff support, working cross-functionally to address internal requests and ensure they're directed to the appropriate departments
  • Represents the Club in a positive and professional manner at all times
  • Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the President of Baseball Operations
  • Develop innovative solutions for optimizing these applications and processes to improve performance, reliability, and scalability

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most:
  • Proficient computer Proficiency in Slack and Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Word. Experience in eBIS software a plus
  • Strong collaboration, time management, and organizational skills.
  • Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and effectively work well with others in a collaborative, respectful manner.
  • Proven ability to multi-task and manage projects on strict deadlines
  • Maintain professional demeanor with a high degree of discretion, integrity, professionalism and accountability

You will be required to meet the following:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment
  • 4-year Bachelor's Degree, or education equivalent,
  • Minimum 2 years previous experience in administration (C suite a plus)
  • Fluently bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
  • Consistent, punctual and regular attendance
  • Professional image and demeanor
  • Strong ability to work with others in a collaborative, respectful manner
  • Able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed
  • Able to travel as needed
  • Minimum physical requirements: able to travel to and gain access to various areas of the ballpark for prolonged periods of time during games and events; able to lift and transport up to 25 pounds
  • As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check

Pay and additional compensation:
Per the California pay transparency law, the base hourly range for this full-time position is $30.00 to $33.00. As a candidate for this position, your pay and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, job-related skills and any other factors the San Diego Padres considers relevant to the hiring decision for this position.
In addition to the base pay, the Padres believe in providing a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package for its employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match + automatic company Safe Harbor contribution, Basic Life Insurance (with option to purchase Supplemental Life Insurance), Pet Insurance, generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday program, paid employee parking, onsite barista service, employer provided game tickets to home games, onsite experiences, ballpark discounts on food and retail, work from home Fridays (during the off-season and when team is on the road), smart casual dress code and so much more! All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of official plan documents which may be modified or amended at any given time.
The San Diego Padres are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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