Gameday Stringer/Field Timing Coordinator (Pitch Clock)

The Hudson Valley Renegades, the High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, are seeing seasonal press box staff for the roles of Gameday Stringer and Field Timing Coordinator (Pitch Clock Operator). Successful candidates will be trained in both roles, but will not perform the duties simultaneously. The role will be gamedays only, and the ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the game of baseball.

Responsibilities Will Include

• Complete Gameday Stringer and Field Timing Coordinator and training conducted by Major League Baseball.
• When acting as Field Timing Coordinator (Pitch Clock Operator):
• Meet with umpires prior to the game to review any information.
• Pay close attention to the ongoing baseball game to provide accurate and timely pitch clock operation between pitches, batters, innings, and during pitching changes.
• Communicate via radio with umpires for in-game special circumstances.
• When acting as Gameday Stringer:
• Pay close attention to the ongoing baseball game to provide accurate data input for the live feed distributed through MiLB.com and the MiLB First Pitch app.
• Accurately mark plays as they occur, including pitches, batted balls and outcomes, outs, and all other in-game elements.
• Work closely with other members of the baseball operations department within the gameday Press Box environment, including the Official Scorer, Field Timing Coordinator, Official Scorer, and others.
• Communicate issues effectively with peers and supervisors to provide accurate and professional service to the club's gameday staff.
  

A Successful Candidate For The Role Will

• Have detailed and thorough knowledge of baseball rules and play.
• Maintain professionalism and decorum during the game, including the ability to remain unbiased in the operation of the pitch clock and stringer data feed.
• Communicate effectively with other gameday staff including umpires and Major League Baseball support staff.
• Sit and/or stand for up to 4 hours at a time.
• Remain attentive to the game for its entire duration.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.