Job Description

Summary:

The Associate, Baseball Operations will support a broad range of functions across the Baseball Operations department, with responsibilities spanning both day-to-day operations and analytical projects. This is a great early-career role for someone interested in gaining exposure to the MLB Rules & Regulations, the CBA, player contracts, roster management decisions, salary arbitration player markets, and financial operations. The ideal candidate will be passionate about baseball, organized and detail-oriented, comfortable managing operational and financial processes, and eager to develop across a broad range of Baseball Operations functions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the execution of Major League transactions, including managing transaction checklists, preparing required documentation, maintaining trackers and ensuring timely completion of outstanding items
• Support ongoing player and coach operational processes, including documentation, onboarding, visas, allowances and related communications
• Maintain accurate tracking of transactions, Major League service, option days, payroll and other information critical to roster management
• Support annual and quarterly budget planning, invoice and expense review, financial reconciliation and other Baseball Operations financial processes
• Provide analytical support across salary arbitration, player contracts and extensions, player markets, and other player personnel projects
• Develop proficiency with the Major League Rules & Regulations and Major League CBA and support rules and transaction-related research
• Support Spring Training planning, roster and depth-chart materials, important date calendars and other recurring Baseball Operations processes
• Support department-wide initiatives and special projects throughout the baseball calendar
• Identify opportunities to improve, automate, and document recurring Baseball Operations workflows
• Take on increasing ownership of analytical and operational projects based on departmental needs and demonstrated ability

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of relevant experience; experience in Baseball Operations, Finance/Accounting, analytics, or another operational role preferred
• Demonstrated interest in baseball and desire to develop a career in Baseball Operations
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple processes and deadlines
• Extremely detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working with quantitative and financial information
• Self-starter who can take initiative, learn quickly and operate with increasing independence
• Strong communicator and collaborator who is comfortable working across different functions and stakeholders

The above information is intended to describe the general nature, type, and level of work to be performed. The information is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The individual selected may perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

The New York Mets recognize the importance of a diverse workforce and value the unique qualities individuals of various backgrounds and experiences can offer to the Organization. Our continued success depends heavily on the quality of our workforce. The Organization is committed to providing employees with the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential.

Pay Range: $22.00-$25.00/hour

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