White Sox Job Opportunities: Front Office, Minor League, Day of Game, Interns

The White Sox are accepting applications for the following positions:

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Payroll Coordinator

Quick Facts:

Job Category: Front Office
Requisition Number: SENIO001039
Posted: December 2, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
Status: Full-Time

Job Description:

The Chicago White Sox organization is seeking a payroll professional to join our accounting team as Payroll Coordinator. The ideal candidate should be resourceful, detail-oriented, adaptable, and a great team player. The candidate must have payroll processing, tax reporting and some basic accounting experience.

Responsibilities:

Process payroll for administrative, hourly, and seasonal staff.
Coordinate timekeeping for hourly employees.
Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Resolve payroll-related discrepancies and issues.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Perform all aspects of tax reporting for multi-state payroll including making tax deposits, filing tax returns, and responding to notices.
Prepare payroll data for posting to general ledger.
Complete monthly bank reconciliations.
Assist with GAAP audit requests for payroll related transactions.
Assist with PPACA reporting utilizing data from Payroll/HR system.
Assist with workers’ compensation audit reporting.
Other tasks related to payroll reporting, analytics, and data management.

Qualifications:

A four-year undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
3+ years relevant work experience.
Prior experience in the sports industry a plus, but not required.
Knowledge of basic accounting concepts.
Good working knowledge of payroll practices and payroll tax compliance.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
Ability to exercise confidentiality and discretion.
Ability to work on site 5 days a week.

Chicago White Sox is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Application Deadline: December 31, 2024

Assistant Performance Coach – Seasonal

Quick Facts:

Job Category: Minor Field Staff
Requisition Number: ASSIS001059
Posted: December 3, 2024
Location: United States
Status: Full-Time

Job Purpose:

The role of the Assistant Performance Coach is to aid the in-season sports performance staff at the Chicago White Sox and minor league affiliates. This support will be in a multitude of areas, based on the candidate’s skill set, and their projected career development pathway within professional baseball. Areas of focus will revolve around performance assessments, workload monitoring, data collection, on-floor coaching, and other areas of need.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Scheduling and execution of athlete assessments, ongoing in-season athlete monitoring, and data collection for Sports Performance, Sports Science and other baseball initiatives.
Collaboration with the Sports Science department to prepare and distribute player reports including:
- Facilitation of meetings with sports performance staff and players to discuss player progress on an ongoing basis.
- Support and integration of player plans throughout the championship season.
- Preparation of reports for Applied Sports Science Manager, Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, Player Development leadership and front office staff.
Assistance in the execution of organization-wide research studies or programs at the affiliate level
Performance of administrative duties for sports performance and field staff including player travel, housing, per diem, MLB and baseball operations paperwork, and other team expenses.
Assistance with staff game coverage on an as needed basis to complete maintenance routines (including range of motion and recovery exercises) during game times.
Assistance with affiliate strength and conditioning staff on player warmups, weightlifting sessions, and conditioning sessions.
Assistance with on-field pre-game work, including:
- On-field pre-game support for coaching staff (cages, BP, machines, etc.)
- Technology and other field setup
Assistance with video and/or pitch tracking personnel on an as-needed basis, including game preparation and production of advance scouting documents

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Independent judgment and ability to multitask is required to plan, prioritize, and organize diversified workload.
Strong work ethic and willingness to work long, flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
Must be trustworthy and comfortable with managing sensitive information.
High level of interpersonal skills and be able to effectively communicate with wide range of departments, seniority levels and personalities.
Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Experience, Education and Licensure:

BA/BS in Exercise Science or related field required
NSCA CSCS required
Master’s degree preferred
Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Application Deadline: N/A

Applied Sports Science Internship

Quick Facts:

Job Category: Interns
Requisition Number: APPLI001058
Posted: December 3, 2024
Location: United States
Status: Full-Time

Job Purpose:

Assist the Sports Science Staff with the implementation of new and existing Sports Science initiatives including but not limited to set up, deployment, and troubleshooting of Sports Science Technology, communication of Sports Science reports to Sports Performance Staff, along with data collection, data entry, and data hygiene checks within the Athlete Management System. This role will be primarily focused on the application of Sports Science within the fields of Strength and Conditioning, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Nutrition, as well as the overarching Player Development system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the Sport Science, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Strength and Conditioning, and player Development staff to design, plan, and execute projects and initiatives.
Assist the above-mentioned staff with athlete assessments, player monitoring, data collection, data entry, and analysis.
Establish strong working relationships with staff and players in order to deliver Sport Science reports and information to positively impact player health, physical development, and daily readiness.
Assist in operation, maintenance, and implementation of Sports Science related technology.
Keep up to date on current baseball and Sports Science research.
Participate in the organization, planning, and implementation of any beta-testing projects within the Sports Science domain.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Strong foundation in a Sports Science related field, such as biomechanics, motor control or exercise physiology.
Knowledge of data collection techniques, statistical analysis, and ethical research standards.
Demonstrated experience with multiple Sports Science related technology platforms.
Knowledge of a variety of computer applications dealing with word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBi, R Studio etc.).
Understanding of current baseball research, statistics and strategy as well as typical baseball training, workloads, and gameplay.
Ability to communicate effectively with all aspects of baseball operations, scouting, and player development staff.
Outstanding work ethic and attention to detail

Work Environment:

Work is normally performed in the following: interior/office work environment, athletic fields, workout facility and/or in a medical care facility.
Hours may include nights, weekends and holidays.

Application Deadline: N/A

Vertical Content Intern

Quick Facts:

Job Category: Interns
Requisition Number: VERTI001057
Posted: December 3, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
Status: Part-Time
Rate: $18 USD per hour

Description

The Chicago White Sox are looking for an entry-level season-long Vertical Content Intern to assist in our organic content strategy on various social media platforms. This individual will work collaboratively with members of the digital content, public relations, community relations and marketing teams to create engaging vertical content, assisting in strengthening and growing the White Sox audience.

Responsibilities

Assist with the daily planning, editing and publishing of vertical content for White Sox TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts and Snapchat channels
Work with members of the Sox Social and SoxTV teams to brainstorm new concepts to help maintain the current audience while also appealing new fans

Assist with the capturing and editing of pre-planned organic and sponsored social media content
Serve as a content creator for home and away games (including nights and weekends), with responsibilities including cutting broadcast highlights, photo editing, updating social media templates, and managing various social media channels.
Create and execute a season-long publishing schedule for Snapchat
Stay up-to-date and educate team on latest platforms trends and content opportunities
Help grow White Sox TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat accounts
Edit Photoshop templates to assist with social posts
Responsible for monitoring and tracking music rights through MLB software
Tag and track published social media posts throughout the 2025 season
Track and monitor in-depth social media analytics on a weekly and monthly basis

Requirements

Strong knowledge of TikTok and Instagram platforms
Intermediate understanding and working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom and Premiere
Willingness to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Candidates must be available to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends. Please note that this position runs January-October.

Chicago White Sox is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The team kindly asks for no phone calls related to this position.

Application Deadline: N/A

Minor League Medical Coordinator

Quick Facts:

Job Category: Minor Field Staff
Requisition Number: MINOR001060
Posted: December 5, 2024
Location: United States
Status: Full-Time

Job Description:

The Chicago White Sox are seeking a Minor League Medical Coordinator to oversee all areas of our minor league athletic training operations. In this role you will interact daily with both Minor and Major league medical staff, field staff, strength & conditioning coaches, sports science staff, team Physicians, as well as various other staff and front office personnel to ensure continuity of care. This position is located at our Glendale, AZ facility.

Responsibilities:

Create and nurture an environment supportive of ALL medical staff members.
Coordinate the minor league athletic training staff, including the Dominican Republic, regarding injury management based on current research and standards of care.
Oversee athletic training services and sports medicine care for all minor league players and staff during spring training, the season, and off-season.
Coordination of medical appointments and necessary travel logistics pertaining to medical related issues.
Collaboration with Medical Administrator/ Risk Management regarding health insurance and worker’s compensation billing.
Coordination of ATC and team physician medical coverage at affiliates.
Communicate with front office/coaching staff as it pertains to medical decision making and current health status.
Communicate and collaborate with Sports Performance Team
Communication and coordination of medical decisions/procedures with Major League medical staff.
Oversee and ensure accurate and timely documentation in the EMR.
Coordination of Spring Training physicals and entrance physicals of newly signed players.
Oversee budget, inventory, and supply ordering for all minor league affiliate athletic training facilities.
Coordinate the hiring process of ATCs for open positions in the organization.
Participate in off-season camps and medical staff development.
Perform on-site visits to all minor league affiliates, including the Dominican Republic.

Expectations:

Adhere to Chicago White Sox Organization policies and procedures.
Function as a role model within and outside the Chicago White Sox Organization
Demonstrate efficient time management skills and an ability to prioritize workload.
Ability to demonstrate professionalism in high stress situations.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in sports medicine field required; master’s degree and PT/ATC Dual Credential Preferred but not required.
Current NATA BOC Certification and Eligible for Licensure in the State of Arizona
CPR Certified
5+ years’ experience in professional baseball.
Prior experience in a coordinator/leadership role.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is preferred, but not required.

Work Environment

The position will work in an athletic training room, weight room, baseball complex, office, and stadium environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and fax machines. The noise level is usually moderate but can be loud within the stadium environment. Work is medium in demand. Routinely requires lifting of up to one hundred pounds with frequent lifting or carrying of objects. Medium strength is required to position athletes for examination and assist them on and off the exam table. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Travel will be required occasionally to assist with physician appointments and rehab assignments.

Application Deadline: December 13, 2024

Research & Development Intern

Quick Facts:

Job Category: Interns
Requisition Number: RESEA001061
Posted: December 6, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
Status: Full-Time

Description:

The Chicago White Sox are looking for an Intern to join our Research & Development team for the 2025 season. In this role you will work with our R&D team to create models and provide insight and practical applications to support the decision-making process in Baseball Operations. You will have exposure to the White Sox Player Acquisition, Player Development, Major League Strategy, and Foundational Research departments. This position requires a strong analytical background, and a passion for baseball and problem-solving. Come join our growing team and make a difference in the future of the Chicago White Sox!

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree, or currently working toward a bachelor’s degree, ideally in a Scientific or Mathematical-related field (Engineering, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, etc.)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with multiple departments and stakeholders.
Demonstrated interest in baseball and working with baseball data sets.
Proficiency with SQL and experience using relational databases
Proficiency with at least one statistical computing language (R or Python preferred)

Responsibilities:

As part of the White Sox R&D Department, you will gain experience within Baseball Operations, collaborating with several sub-departments to answer questions, provide recommendations, and build decision making tools.
Direct interaction with several types of stakeholders including Front Office Executives, Coaches, and Scouts to better understand Baseball Operation’s needs.
Identify and research potential areas of growth including data visualizations and reports, predictive models, and uses of surfacing data sources in the industry.

Application Deadline: N/A

Major League Operations Intern

Quick Facts:

Job Category: Interns
Requisition Number: MAJOR001062
Posted: December 6, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
Status: Full-Time

Job Description:

The Chicago White Sox are seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to join our Baseball Operations team for the 2025 season. In this role you will assist with day-to-day operations across the front office. You will get exposure across Baseball Operation departments including Major League Strategy, Major League Operations, and Research & Development. This is an internship, running February – October. If you have a passion for baseball and a desire to learn you are the ideal candidate for this opportunity!

Responsibilities:

This role will primarily be geared towards supporting the Major League team with day-to-day preparation, using strong baseball knowledge to assist with:

Collecting statistics for scouting reports, identifying patterns in player performance and team tendencies
Providing written evaluations and insights for the coaching staff, helping shape game strategies
Research and analysis to guide player development at the Major League level
Supporting on-field video and data collection and operating game-prep technology

Additionally, this role will also allow for exposure to other aspects of Baseball Operations including the Major League Operations and Research & Development. Depending on the skillset, responsibilities may include:

Supporting departmental administrative tasks
Contributing to player evaluation processes through review of video and data
Conducting ad-hoc research and analysis on players or the game of baseball in general
Working on areas like data acquisition, organization, and cleaning, as well as modeling and visualization
Presenting research findings to front office members, coaches, or players
Providing logistical support during major baseball events like the Draft or Trade Deadline

Desired Skills:

– Passion for baseball, with excellent reasoning, problem-solving, creative thinking, and communication skills
– Strong interpersonal skills; you must be comfortable collaborating with all levels of staff, including players
– Ability to work independently, self-direct tasks, and manage multiple projects with attention to detail
– Strong oral, written and visual communication, and presentation skills
– Able to multitask and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
– Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the baseball calendar

Beneficial Skills:

– Ability to interact professionally with players, coaches, front office and support staff
– Experience working in professional and/or collegiate baseball
– Microsoft Office proficiency
– Fluent or conversational Spanish
– Proficiency in SQL, R, and/or Python
– Experience working with sports technology, video, and/or data collection
– Playing background and ability to support on-field work (batting practice, hitting fungos, infield routines, etc.)
– Experience building models and/or making rigorous predictions about on-field outcomes

Application Deadline: December 13, 2024

Kid Zone Youth Instructor

Quick Facts:

Job Category: Day of Game
Requisition Number: KIDZO001065
Posted: December 9, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
Status: Part-Time
Rate: $19 USD per hour

Job Description:

The Chicago White Sox Marketing Department is looking for candidates interested in joining our 2025 Kids Zone team. This is a part-time position perfect for college students or anyone with a flexible schedule. You’ll represent the White Sox at home games throughout the regular season, interacting with children and families at the ballpark. Instructors will work in the Kids Zone batting cages and mini-field, teaching baseball/softball fundamentals to children and their families. By spending quality 1:1 time with each child, you will help us create lifelong Sox fans and continue the love of the game with future generations.

Responsibilities:

Instructing and demonstrating the techniques of playing baseball and/or softball at the Xfinity Kid Zone, to participants under the age of 14. Must have the ability to speak with parents, providing drills and explaining techniques their child was working on.
Have strong organizational skills for running instructional areas and station
Effectively communicate rules and expectations to fans and participants
Ensure the safety of all fans throughout their participation, make sure all fans follow proper protocol (i.e. make sure participants are under the age of 14 and are wearing approved footwear)

Qualifications and Requirements:

Played baseball or softball through high school and/or coached high school or college baseball or softball
Able to work cooperatively with other Kids Zone employees and ballpark staff
Must show enthusiasm, professionalism, and maintain a positive attitude
Must be outgoing, energetic, communicative, and reliable
Comfortable working with and providing instruction and feedback to children under 14
Available to work a flexible schedule with some weekdays, weekends, and nights required
Show pride, passion, and commitment to continuing the love of baseball with future generations

Street Team Ambassador

Quick Facts:

Job Category: Day of Game
Requisition Number: STREE001063
Posted: December 9, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
Status: Part-Time
Rate: $17 USD per hour

OVERVIEW:

The White Sox Marketing Department is looking for candidates interested in joining our 2025 Street Team. This is a part-time position perfect for college students or anyone excited to work in the sport industry. You’ll represent the White Sox at events throughout Chicagoland, such as the Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade, NASCAR Street Race, and Taste of Randolph Street. We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about baseball, possess superior customer service skills, and thrive in social settings. This position is a great resume-builder for individuals looking to break into the sports industry.

Responsibilities:

Represent the White Sox and amplify key moments and initiatives for the brand in an authentic and meaningful way
Execute successful marketing activations at events throughout the Chicagoland area (i.e. street fairs, parades, and festivals)
Interact with the community as an ambassador to promote the team with professionalism, pride, and enthusiasm at all times
Set-up, operation, and tear-down of activation spaces
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements:

Be the embodiment of the White Sox baseball, engaging with event attendees to promote our team and create positive brand experiences.
Fierce attention to detail, extremely reliable and never afraid to speak up

Initiate and maintain positive interactions with event attendees, distributing promotional materials, and fostering a welcoming environment in a large crowd
An interest in and knowledge of the Chicago White Sox, including the ability to communicate the excitement and unique aspects of our team to current and potential fans
Available to work a flexible schedule with weekdays, weekends, nights, and holidays required. Must commit to working a minimum two events per month from March – September 2025. Shifts may last anywhere from 2-10 hours, depending on the event.
Must have access to a car or reliable transportation
Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds, must be able to be mobile for extended periods of time, ability to speak Spanish is a bonus

Application Deadline: N/A

Gameday Marketing Ambassador

Quick Facts:

Job Category: Day of Game
Requisition Number: GAMED001064
Posted: December 9, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL
Status: Part-Time
Rate: $17 USD per hour

Overview:

The White Sox Marketing Department is looking for qualified candidates interested in joining our gameday crew for the 2025 season. This is a part-time position perfect for college students or anyone with a flexible schedule. You’ll represent the White Sox at home games throughout the regular season and interact with fans to help build positive experiences. This position is a great resume-builder for individuals looking to break into the sports industry.

Responsibilities:

Operate numerous marketing programs at Guaranteed Rate Field during White Sox home games, including the Kids Club, First Game Certificate Booth, and Kids Zone attractions
Assist young fans in registration, badge creation, and distribution of monthly prizes for the White Sox Kids Club
Print customized fan “First Game” certificates
Operate numerous attractions in the Xfinity Kids Zone including, but not limited to, batting cages, speed pitch, and sprint tracks
Ensure the safety of all fans throughout their participation (i.e. make sure participants are under the age of 14 and wearing proper footwear), effectively communicating rules and expectations
Communicate youth programs and logistics effectively with all fans, answer questions regarding the ballpark/team, and maintain a positive, outgoing demeanor while interacting with fans and other ballpark staff
Continue to enhance the ballpark experience for all fans inside and outside of the stadium by greeting guests, answering questions to the best of your ability, and helping to direct them around the ballpark

Qualifications and Requirements:

Available to work a flexible schedule with some weekdays, weekends, and nights required (please reference the White Sox 2025 home game schedule)
Must be willing to work at least 40 games throughout the season. Shifts can be anywhere from 3-6 hours, depending on the game.
Must show enthusiasm, professionalism, and maintain a positive attitude
Must be outgoing, energetic, communicative, and reliable
Interested in working with fans of all ages, especially youth

Application Deadline: N/A

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White Sox Job Opportunities: Front Office, Minor League, Day of Game, Interns

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