Job Description:

Role Overview:

The New York Mets are seeking an Upper-Level Affiliate Manager for either the Binghamton or Syracuse team. This position is pivotal in fostering a competitive and growth-oriented environment for players at the upper levels of the Mets’ organization. The Upper-Level Affiliate Manager will be responsible for creating and executing daily lineups, schedules, and player development strategies in collaboration with the Front Office. The ideal candidate will cultivate a winning culture and drive the development of each player in alignment with the Mets organization’s values and objectives.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Develop and manage daily lineups, schedules, and playing time grids in coordination with the Front Office.

• Create a positive and structured environment that promotes both team success and individual development.

• Execute the values and vision of the defense and baserunning group with a specific focus on infield and catching.

• Provide daily practice and in-game coaching giving real-time feedback to position players, helping them translate training into gameplay.

• Utilize all available/relevant information across Player Development sub-departments to drive the development of each player.

• Partner with other staff to conduct daily video review sessions teaching the game to players at a high level

Required Qualifications:

• Experience as a coach within a professional organization, collegiate team or advanced baseball facility

• Ability to throw batting practice, hit fungoes, and generally facilitate a baseball practice

• Disposition to actively communicate across different disciplines within Player Development

• Strong desire to impact the defensive/baserunning development of baseball players

• Mindset/desire to learn, especially from those around them

• Spanish fluency OR a desire to learn basic components of the language

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts for players

• Desire to learn and stay updated with the latest developments in defensive/baserunning strategies, technology, and analytical best practices

• Expertise or demonstrated application of a coaching discipline such as biomechanics, motor learning, skill acquisition, or sports psychology

Desired Personal Characteristics:

• Own your area: self-starter who takes initiative and ownership of player development

• Adaptable: eagerness to learn, adapt, and apply new knowledge in the field

• Collaborative: ability to work well with other coaches, trainers, and front office personnel

The above information is intended to describe the general nature, type, and level of work to be performed. The information is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The individual selected may perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

The New York Mets recognize the importance of a diverse workforce and value the unique qualities individuals of various backgrounds and experiences can offer to the Organization. Our continued success depends heavily on the quality of our workforce. The Organization is committed to providing employees with the opportunity to develop to their fullest potential.

Salary: $80,000 - $100,000

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