Area Scout, Dominican Republic

Washington Nationals

Washington, DC · MLB · Posted September 23, 2026

Role snapshot

Oversee scouting coverage in Dominican Republic, build and maintain trainer relationships, execute player evaluation process, and manage player preference lists and tryouts.

Department
Baseball Operations
Seniority
Mid level
Type
Full-Time
Work mode
On-Site

What this job requires

  • Deep understanding of baseball player and team evaluation and player development processes
  • Desire to learn new tools and methods of player evaluation
  • Understanding of analytical information and a willingness to use it in evaluating players
  • Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and highly confidential environment

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Job description

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Our Vision
 
To become baseball’s highest performing organization — defined by our relentless pursuit of excellence, strengthened by our connection, and fueled by our positive energy.
 
 Our Core Values

  • Joy. We want to be around people that like to have fun. We remain optimistic through the ups and downs, we enjoy the process, and we share in something bigger than ourselves.
  • Humility. We don’t have all the answers. We lead with curiosity, listen generously, and seek growth from every experience — especially the tough ones. We have gotten over ourselves.
  • Integrity. We do the right thing, even when it’s hard. We act with honesty, accountability, and respect for our teammates and ourselves. We treat the custodian like the king.
  • Competitiveness. We embrace challenges and thrive in high-stakes environments. We prepare relentlessly. We are energized by the idea of keeping score.

Position Summary

The Area Scout – Dominican Republic identifies and evaluates top-tier baseball talent within the Dominican Republic, supporting the organization’s objective of building a strong and competitive team through comprehensive player assessments and recommendations.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Oversee scouting coverage in the assigned region.
  • Build and maintain relationships with trainers in the area.
  • Execute the player evaluation process.
  • Create and maintain player preference lists.
  • Assist with player tryouts.
  • Support cross-territory coverage within the Dominican Republic.
  • Assist with the signing process for newly acquired players.
  • Attend international scouting events as directed by the DR Supervisor.
  • Evaluate player makeup through player visits and confirm beliefs through third-party sources.
  • Responsibly manage expenses in compliance with department policies.
  • Complete special assignment coverage as assigned by department leadership.
  • Facilitate and support the data collection process in collaboration with Video Tech Scouts.

Qualifications

  • Deep understanding of baseball player and team evaluation and player development processes.
  • Desire to learn new tools and methods of player evaluation.
  • Understanding of analytical information and a willingness to use it in evaluating players.
  • Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and highly confidential environment.
  • Deep alignment with and promotion of the organization’s values and vision.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Nationals are dedicated to offering equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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