Associate, Baseball Communications (Seasonal)

This individual will work closely with the Communications staff beginning in late-April 2026 and extending through the 2026 season. They will assist in all facets of the operation with responsibilities including, but not limited to, production and distribution of daily media credentials, assisting with game notes and other game information such as lineup sheets, Minor League reports, getaway packets, etc. Additional tasks will include coordinating press box operations, assistance with research projects, coordinating player interviews, and other duties as assigned. The Nationals are a military-friendly organization actively recruiting veterans and spouses.

This is a part time, seasonal position for the duration of the 2026 season (April 2026 to October 2026).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Communications staff with the credentialing process, including distribution of gameday credentials at Media Will Call.
• Produce, copy and distribute stat packs, game notes, minor league reports and other essential game information to the media, staff, and opposing club.
• Research and produce post-game notes for distribution to the media and opposing teams during the course of the game.
• Work with the visiting public relations official to ensure the needs of his or her club, media, and staff are fulfilled.
• Assist the Communications staff with coordinating interviews, assisting with and recording press conferences and overseeing press box operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities necessary to perform essential functions.

• Must be detail-oriented with excellent communication, organization, writing and editing skills.
• Advanced knowledge of the game of baseball, advanced statistics and the current media landscape.
• This position requires an individual with the ability to work all home games during the 2026 season.
• The candidate must be able to provide their own housing.

Physical/Environmental Requirements Office:

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
• Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
• Gameday Seasonal: Job requires employee to function in a high activity and heavily crowded outdoor professional sports venue.
• May work at heights. Employee will be exposed to inclement weather of varying degrees.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and climb up/down stairs.
• The employee is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit and must lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.

Compensation:

The projected wage rate for this position is $17.95 per hour. Actual pay is based on several factors, including but not limited to the applicant's: qualifications, skills, expertise, education/training, certifications, and other organization requirements. Starting salaries for new employees are frequently not at the top of the applicable salary range.

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.

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