Baseball Operations Coordinator, Nationals Baseball & Softball Summer Camps: 2024-3378 - Headfirst Professional Sports Camps
Washington, DC
About the Job
The Position:
Nationals Baseball and Softball Summer Camps is five days of fun, baseball and softball instruction, and competition within our custom-built curriculum for all children ages 5-13. We are looking for a Baseball Operations Coordinator to lead on-field activities, ensuring effective and quality implementation of our baseball curriculum. This includes managing equipment, overseeing field setup, and preparing and supporting coaches through curriculum implementation, all while maintaining the physical, social, and emotional safety of campers and staff. Your leadership will help create a high-quality camp experience that embodies the Washington Nationals brand and values. We’ll provide the training, resources, and equipment—you bring your baseball knowledge, enthusiasm, and leadership to make it all come together.
What You'll Do:
- Study, prepare for, and lead the implementation of our baseball curriculum through guiding and supporting the coaching staff.
- Serve as the go-to resource for any curriculum-related questions or issues, providing coaches support for any adaptations needed to enhance each team and individual’s experience.
- Oversee daily operational setup and breakdown to ensure a safe, functional camp environment.
- Maintain and organize the storage trailer, keeping track of supplies, equipment, and camper uniforms.
- Collaborate with the leadership team to ensure a clean, organized camp setup that positively represents the Washington Nationals brand.
- Communicate effectively with the Site Leader on program updates, challenges, and successes.
- Represent the Washington Nationals professionally and respectfully to campers, parents, site partners, and guests.
- Be a reliable, dedicated team member who consistently shows up on time and ready to work.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Site Leader or Headquarters Team.
About You:
- 3+ years of experience playing and/or coaching baseball and/or softball at a competitive level (travel ball, high school, college and beyond - viewed favorably).
- Deep understanding and passion for baseball, including knowledge of rules, fundamentals and coaching techniques.
- Experience working with children in a sports, camp, or education setting.
- Committed to making a positive impact in the lives of children and families through baseball.
- Dedicated to the camp’s mission, program quality, and a supportive team environment for the full camp season.
- Possess or able to obtain valid CPR/First Aid Certification prior to the start of camp.
- Ability to remain standing for extended periods, walk or run quickly across large outdoor fields, and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of sports equipment.
- Committed to adhering to the Nationals Camp Cell-Phone Free policy, powering down and putting away cell phones for the duration of your shift.
Perks and Highlights as a Camps Team Member:
- Work in baseball, being active and outdoors all summer in the DMV area.
- Exclusive access to Nationals Park and a Meet & Greet with Nationals players while leading campers through stadium visits as part of the camp experience during select weeks.
- Ability to earn middle and end of season awards.
- Build valuable leadership experience representing a global brand.
- Join an incredible team of like-minded, passionate people.
Additional Camp Information:
- Camp Dates & Locations: June 16th – August 15th, no camp the week of July 4th
- Camps will take place in Washington D.C., Maryland, and/or Virginia
- Please note: Camp locations may change weekly. All staff must have reliable transportation to get to site each day. Please, visit the following link to see our 2025 camp schedule: 2025 Nationals Camp Schedule
- Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:15 am-3:45 pm
- Compensation: $19 / hour, with up to 2.5 hours of overtime per week paid at $28.50/hour.
- More about the program:
- Campers and staff of all backgrounds and gender identities are welcome at camp.
- We are a phone-free and nut-free working environment.
- If you would like to learn more about our camps, please visit: Nationals Baseball & Softball Summer Camps | Washington Nationals (mlb.com)
Headfirst Professional Sports Camps is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusivity across our Headfirst community, and we strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented groups and those who might need reasonable accommodation to apply.