Job Title: Assistant General Manager
Reports to: General Manager
Status: Full-time, exempt
Hours: Mon-Fri as required, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
Location: Fredericksburg, VA
About the Fredericksburg Nationals:
The Fredericksburg Nationals are the proud Single-A affiliate of the Washington Nationals, playing at Virginia Credit Union Stadium in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Since taking the field in 2021, the FredNats have quickly become a fan-favorite destination in the region, known for their vibrant game-day atmosphere, strong community engagement, and commitment to developing the next generation of Major League talent. The FredNats are a proud member club of Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH). DBH was formed in 2021 to support, promote, and enhance Minor Leage Baseball through best practices, professional management, innovation, and investment.
Position Overview:
The Assistant General Manager serves as a key member of the club’s leadership team, partnering with the General Manager and Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH) leadership to support overall organizational performance. This role will take an active leadership position in:
- Driving accountability and consistency across departments
- Supporting day-to-day decision-making and execution
- Strengthening communication and alignment within the organization
The AGM will be expected to lead with professionalism and sound judgment, balancing initiative with an understanding of established processes and organizational priorities.
What This Role Involves:
This position is best suited for a well-rounded leader who is comfortable operating across both revenue and operational functions. The right candidate will:
- Lead and support department heads with clarity and accountability
- Identify areas for improvement and help implement practical solutions
- Contribute to a structured, team-oriented environment while helping elevate overall performance
- Build trust across the organization while driving expectations and follow-through
Success in this role will come from the ability to influence, guide, and steadily improve the organization, rather than making immediate or unilateral changes.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Team Development:
- Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to department heads and staff
- Reinforce clear expectations, accountability, and professional standards
- Support hiring, onboarding, and ongoing development of team members
- Address performance challenges in a timely, constructive manner
Department Oversight (Based on Experience):
Oversight may include one or more of the following areas:
- Corporate Partnerships
- Ticket Sales & Service
- Marketing & Fan Engagement
- Stadium Operations & Events
Responsibilities include:
- Monitoring performance and progress across departments
- Supporting planning, prioritization, and execution
- Identifying operational gaps and working collaboratively to address them
Organizational Leadership & Execution:
- Partner closely with the General Manager on day-to-day operations and key initiatives
- Support decision-making by bringing structure, follow-through, and accountability
- Help ensure alignment with DBH standards, expectations, and approval processes
- Improve cross-functional communication and coordination across departments
- Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking as needed
Operational Effectiveness:
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, organization, and execution
- Help implement practical, sustainable solutions to operational challenges
- Support consistency in processes, reporting, and team expectations
- Assist with game-day and event operations as needed
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong professional maturity and sound judgment
- The ability to build credibility and trust across a diverse team
- A steady, solutions-oriented approach to leadership and problem-solving
- Confidence in leading people while operating within an established structure
- The ability to navigate change thoughtfully and effectively
This role is best suited for someone who can balance leadership presence with adaptability, and who understands how to drive results through people, not just process.
Qualifications:
- 5–10+ years of leadership experience in sports, sales, operations, or a related field
- Experience managing full-time staff and leading teams
- Demonstrated ability to improve performance, organization, or team effectiveness
- Background in Minor League Baseball, sports, or live events preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
Why This Role:
This is an opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership position within a DBH organization, where you can contribute to the continued development of the team through strong leadership, thoughtful execution, and consistent follow-through.
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.
