International Area Scout – Barquisimeto, Venezuela
Reports To: Director, International Scouting & Assistant Director of International Scouting Location: Barquisimeto, Venezuela (Lara State & surrounding regions) Term: Full-time, year-round role
Position Summary
The International Area Scout for the Barquisimeto region will serve as the organization’s primary evaluator and representative within Lara State and surrounding territories. This role involves consistent field presence, player evaluation, market intelligence, and coordination with the broader International Scouting department. The ideal candidate will possess strong observational skills, deep regional baseball knowledge, and the ability to build trusted relationships in the Venezuelan amateur market.
Primary Responsibilities
• Identify, evaluate, and track amateur players within Barquisimeto, Lara State, and nearby regions. • Submit detailed scouting reports, evaluations, and supporting video through the organization’s scouting system.
• Establish and maintain relationships with buscones, trainers, academies, leagues, and local baseball contacts. • Attend games, tournaments, showcases, and private workouts on a regular and structured schedule.
• Provide timely updates on prospect movement, development progress, market dynamics, and sign ability considerations.
• Coordinate player looks, tryouts, and evaluation opportunities for crosscheckers and scouting directors.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to scheduling, data entry, video capture, and event coordination.
• Maintain compliance with MLB International rules, organizational policies, and ethical scouting standards.
• Collaborate with International Scouting leadership on projects or region-specific initiatives as identified.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Prior experience as a player, scouting, coaching, or player development within the Venezuelan amateur market preferred. • Strong understanding of baseball tools, biomechanics, and player projection.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel frequently within the assigned region.
• Fluency in Spanish required; proficiency in English preferred.
• Deep passion for player evaluation and international amateur baseball.
• High attention to detail and timely reporting habits.
• Familiarity with scouting technology, video tools, or player-tracking systems is a plus.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and irregular hours as required by the baseball calendar.
• Valid Venezuelan identification, driver’s license, and reliable transportation.
Preferred Skills
• Existing relationships with trainers and academies in the Barquisimeto / Lara region.
• Experience preparing formal scouting reports or video documentation.
• Knowledge of international signing processes and market cycles.
Application Requirements
Please submit the following:
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Any relevant scouting samples, reports, or player evaluations (optional but preferred)
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
