Data Strategist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:Data Strategist

Department:Data Strategy

Reports To:Sr. Director, Baseball Product Development

Status:Full Time, Exempt

Primary Objective:

Responsible for providing insights that maximize the club’s win totals, particularly via pre-game and in-game strategies.

Essential Functions:

Create innovative metrics to guide in-game strategy decisions, including, but not limited to, hitting approach, pitching tactics, defensive alignment, and substitutions.
Design succinct, impactful reports that allow staff to make snap decisions backed by objective evidence.
Construct internal platform for generating custom reports for both major and minor league contests.
Engineer and support data pipelines for pre-game preparations and post-game strategic debriefs.
Collaborate with the advance scouting team to generate series-by-series insights.
Educate staff across all levels of the organization about best-in-class strategy principles.
Contribute to player acquisition decisions in both formal & informal contexts.
Field ad hoc requests about internal metrics & processes.
Complete other projects as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in statistics, computer science, mathematics or any other STEM field related to data science preferred. Equivalent, relevant work will be considered in lieu of formal education on a case-by-case basis.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

Proficiency handling large datasets in R, SQL, Python, and/or comparable languages
Shiny application or other web development experience
Proclivity to think outside of the box in search of the next competitive advantage
Demonstrated capacity to define stakeholder needs and organize project visions
Working knowledge of baseball analytics, strategy, and trends
Experience building predictive models is a plus, but not required
Authentic and Aware: Exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism and ethics, demonstrating a dedication to doing the right thing and treating everyone with respect. Is self-aware and open to feedback, ability to speak the truth with a positive intent, foster a culture of honesty and builds trust with the team. Commitment to the organization's mission is evident in both words and actions, aligned to actively contribute to the fulfillment of organizational goals. 
Communicate and Collaborate: Values others and their views, actively engaging and partnering with team members. Seeks clarity and shares information transparently, fostering a collaborative environment while influencing others and aligning support. Excels in seeking out and leveraging the right resources, engaging in teamwork with a positive and productive approach. Whether verbally or in writing, communicates in a clear and constructive manner, contributing to an engaged and efficient workplace. 
Execute with Purpose: Takes action and demonstrates accountability, leading with a sense of urgency and dedication to achieving results. Sets and meets challenging expectations for themselves and others, making timely, data-driven decisions and taking ownership of outcomes. Approachable, engaged, and committed; sets a positive tone and cares deeply about the organization. Manages time, priorities, and resources effectively, aiming for and achieving excellence. 
Adapt and Innovate: Acts boldly, fosters innovation, and supports transformational change. Leveraging analysis and insights, develops new directions and solutions, identifying opportunities for improvement and displaying a commitment to fixing them. With an ongoing commitment to learning and self-development, overcomes challenges constructively and adjusts effectively to shifting priorities and rapid change. This approach contributes to a dynamic work environment focused on progress and continuous improvement.

Physical Activities and Working Conditions:

Public health permitting, this is role is Seattle-based and works out of T-Mobile Park. Remote opportunities may be available on a case-by-case basis.
Nights & weekends will sometimes be required.
As appropriate, travel to Spring Training, relevant conferences, and/or Mariners affiliated games.

The Mariners are committed to providing competitive pay, perks and benefits packages for our valued Team Members.

The anticipated salary for this role is $75,000-$85,000 annually. The Mariners also provide a robust and unique offering of perks and benefits including paid public transportation, concession and merchandise discounts, special access to baseball games and other public events, and a number of exclusive employee incentives.