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Golden Nugget

Player Development Manager

Stateline, NV · On-site

Track and analyze VIP marketing (hosted players) database to monitor Player Development activities and forecast future performance of events and adjust plans accordingly. * Work with Casino and ...

AEG

2027 Player Development Associate

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$15/hr

Analytical Thinking: Ability to develop key takeaways from large amounts of data to identify the highest leverage areas of development for each player, including but not limited to expected ...

Delaware Park Casino & Racing

$100 - $125/hr

Lead, supervise, hire, train, schedule, and develop the Player Development and Asian Marketing ... Ensure adherence to approved marketing budgets and support pre- and post-event performance analyses.

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How much do player development analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for player development analyst in the United States is $74,986.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $93,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Player Development Analyst vs Player Performance Coordinator?

Player Development AnalystPlayer Performance Coordinator
Focuses on analyzing player skills, development plans, and long-term growth strategiesFocuses on implementing training programs, monitoring performance, and coordinating practice sessions
Requires skills in data analysis, sports science, and player assessmentRequires skills in coaching, training logistics, and athlete management
Typically works within sports teams, academies, or development programsTypically works directly with athletes during training and practice sessions

Both roles are integral to athlete development but differ in their focus. The Player Development Analyst emphasizes data-driven analysis and strategic planning, while the Player Performance Coordinator handles the execution of training and performance monitoring. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify career paths and employer expectations in sports organizations.

What degree do you need for a Player Development Analyst?

A Player Development Analyst typically needs at least a bachelor's degree in sports management, sports science, business, or a related field. Relevant skills such as data analysis, knowledge of sports performance, and familiarity with tools like Excel or sports analytics software are also important. Advanced positions may require a master's degree or specialized certifications.

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Infographic showing various Player Development Analyst job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,986 per year, or $36.1 per hour.

Analyst, Player Development - Research & Development

Kansas City, MO • On-site

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Full-time

Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Title: Analyst, Player Development - Research & Development                                       

                                                         

Job Summary: The Kansas City Royals are seeking a highly motivated and creative analyst to join the organization. Working under the direction of the Assistant Director of Research & Development, Brandon Nelson, the analyst will be fully integrated into the Minor League Player Development system to strengthen the resources used to maximize player performance. The successful candidate will combine analytical expertise and clear communication skills to translate baseball data into insights that give The Royals an edge when it comes to developing the best baseball talent in the game.

 

Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Oversee and run the Player Development pipeline that delivers data and reports to the organization on a daily basis
  • Be a critical thinker to improve resources for player development strategies
  • Build reports to deliver digestible insights to coaches and players
  • Effectively communicate data with Minor League coaches, staff, and players
  • Perform ad-hoc data analysis to answer questions that help inform player development decisions

Position Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Required:

  • Record of published baseball research and or a portfolio of technical projects in any domain
  • Strong proficiency with SQL and R to query and analyze data from large data sets
  • Interpersonal and communication skills to seamlessly interact with front office, analysts, coaches, players, and other Baseball Operations personnel
  • Familiarity with modern player evaluation and player development metrics

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Software engineering background with the ability to design and build systems programmatically
  • Experience building models with large data sets to answer research questions
  • Experience as a player, coach, or staff member in a high level sports environment
  • Familiarity with the landscape of Minor League Baseball and its teams and players
  • Proficiency with HTML and CSS to create and maintain interactive reports or PDFs
  • 4-year degree or equivalent experience in computer science, mathematics, statistics, or related quantitative field

Position Details

  • Relocation to Kansas City is strongly preferred but not required
  • Travel to Arizona for Minor League Spring Training is required
  • Potential for trips to Minor League Affiliates throughout the season

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift items weighing as much as 15 pounds
  • Must be able to work in a seated position for majority of workday
  • Must be able to be productive utilizing a computer keyboard and telephone
  • Must be able to be productive in a work environment where the noise level can be high at times
  • Must be comfortable walking to navigate the facility to access the office, concourse, etc.
  • Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as required by deadlines and event scheduling

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit for long periods of time; walk; use hands, handle, or feel.
This role is a Full-Time, Exempt opportunity that is eligible for Company Benefits, 401K, and PTO. This role is expected to have a standard 40-hour work week.

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