It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. JOB SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of Texas Rangers Area Scouts is to thoroughly identify and evaluate draft-eligible prospects by competing for the best information in their assigned territory. Rangers Area Scouts build the foundation of each draft prospect including a comprehensive evaluation of their talent, skill and makeup. The Rangers are looking to hire a candidate to become one of the area scouts in Alabama, Mississippi, and West Tennessee. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: • Identify the best talent in area by establishing track record and initial level of ‘Follow’ interest. • Prioritize what players should be targeted from Regional and National level. • Document detailed notes on each experience with prospects. • Cultivate a network of reliable sources around the player for makeup and background information. • Establish contact and build relationships with players and family (in-home, Zoom, etc.). • Gain depth of knowledge on player and player’s family background and makeup. • Research detailed info from coaches, teachers, teammates, opponents, etc. • Collect video and data on prospects. • Scout and track player’s performance & behaviors on and off field. • Write comprehensive scouting reports qualifying player’s current abilities and projecting future potential based on in-person scouting, past experience, video, data, network intel. • Share clear and concise notes/reports that accurately summarize your feelings on the player with Regional Supervisor. • Create and share a final product that takes your experiences with the player, background research and gathered intel to make an objective evaluation of player’s strength of mindset to play professional baseball. • Present clear, objective and compelling representation of player that lead to the best possible draft decision. • All other duties as assigned. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s degree preferred. • 2-3 years of experience preferred or proven track record in scouting. • Strong passion and demonstrated knowledge for the game of baseball. • Process driven. • Exceptional time management and organizational skills. • A creative mindset, open-mindedness, and desire to work in a learning culture. • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff members. • Ability to work a flexible schedule including, but not limited to nights and weekends. • Ability to travel 70% of the job. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the job. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!