Director of Pitching Development

Department: Player DevelopmentSupervisor: Director, Player DevelopmentClassification: Full-Time / Exempt Summary/Objective:The Houston Astros are seeking a Director of Pitching Development to develop and oversee our minor league pitching philosophy and integrate with ML Pitching development. Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Oversee Pitching development programs, plans, strategies, and initiatives from AAA down to the DSL.Work with Director of Player Development to oversee a top down pitching development philosophy and program that aligns with ML valuesWork with R&D and Performance Science to leverage all information available to improve pitcher performanceProvide input to Front Office about roster projections and promotions.Integrate with 40 Man Pitching developmentWork with ML staff to oversee the bridge between AAA and ML call ups and send downs.Create a culture of proactive, job-specific feedback for staff development to encourage open dialogue and open communication.Provide professional growth opportunities to staff members to promote internal growth.Regularly rove to all minor league locations to reinforce core principles/processes.Assist staff with daily responsibilities during affiliate trips.Collaborate with other disciplines within Sports Medicine & Performance to identify and act on solutions related to physical limitations/opportunitiesAssist in onboarding new players into the organization, partnering with our Scouting departments.Lead coaches in the identification, setting, and execution of players specific goal plans.Monitor player progress, provide constructive feedback, and suggest changes on a routine basis.Contribute constructive feedback and collaboration to R&D that promote development of new tools and ways to effectively display information to help player development.Stay current with player development concepts/theories in the public space, seeing what the best private facilities/coaches are doing, and evaluate online certification courses.Provide input on the player acquisition processPartner with the Player Development Director in the hiring and on boarding of new staffPartner with Player Development Director on future staffing, planning, and budgetingPerform other duties as assigned. Education and/or Experience & SkillsExperience coaching and developing hitters at scaleProficiency with Microsoft Office toolsFluency in Spanish is a plusStrong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsAbility to understand and advocate for changes due to new information and or tools in baseball.Professional or collegiate playing experience is a plus Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a variety of settings, including office, locker room, clubhouse, training, and outdoor environments. The role requires extended periods of standing and walking, as well as regular movement between facilities and on-field locations. Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This role requires prolonged periods of standing and walking long periods of time. The employee must be able to lift, carry, and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds on a regular basis. The position may also require bending, reaching, and other physical activities associated with supporting daily baseball operations. Position Type and Expected Hours of WorkAbility to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays. TravelRequired travel between our Major League club (Houston, TX), Triple-A affiliate (Sugarland, TX), Double-A affiliate (Corpus Christi, TX), High-A affiliate (Asheville, NC), Low-A affiliate (Fayetteville, NC), and Dominican Republic Academy. Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability 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.