Company Overview
At the Miami Marlins, we make waves — on and off the field.
We’re built for sustainable success thanks to our commitment to be great teammates, bold innovators, and thinking long-term. These three pillars guide us in championing a winning culture across the organization. The work we do doesn’t just impact our team — it reaches fans and communities across South Florida.
Position Outline
The Bullpen Catcher serves a vital dual role within the coaching staff, combining on-field preparation with player development support. This position centers on two primary areas:
- Catching Development & Scouting – Assisting coaches in executing daily player routines, implementing development plans, preparing scouting reports on opponents, and applying analytical and scouting insights to enhance game planning.
- Practice & Game Support – Contributing across multiple skill areas during daily practices, receiving bullpens, managing pre-game preparation, and ensuring pitchers are physically and mentally ready to compete.
Position Summary
As a Bullpen Catcher, you will be responsible for supporting coaches and players by applying organizational philosophies and leveraging data and scouting insights. This role requires adaptability, a strong understanding of catching, and a team-first mentality. Success in this position depends on clear communication, alignment with organizational goals, and the ability to build strong working relationships across the clubhouse.
Essential Functions
- Spend full season with the Major League team, assisting coaching staff with catching bullpens and any other duties designated by the ML staff and Catching Director.
- Prepare pitchers/catchers as directed.
- Catch play with players.
- Collaborate with Pitching staff and the Major League Catching Coach to align schedule and goals of bullpen practice with pitcher/catcher development.
- Assist coaches and support staff with equipment setup and takedown.
- Communicate effectively with coaching staff and players to ensure alignment with team goals and strategies.
- Contribute insights on opponent tendencies to advanced scouting process.
- Support gameday requirements.
- Advocate for player development initiatives.
- Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and openness to new ideas that aid player development.
Our Values
We Are Great Teammates
- Supports and encourages colleagues.
- Provides and receives feedback without judgement or ego.
- Holds one another to a high standard.
- Provides help and encouragement proactively.
- Assumes positive intentions from others.
- Looks for ways to help make their teammates better.
We Are Innovators
- Embraces a growth mindset.
- Challenges conventional wisdom.
- Unafraid to fail.
- Pushes boundaries and doesn't accept impossible.
- Asks why and asks why not.
We Think Long-Term
- Asks: what can I do today that will pay off a year from now.
- Eschews instant gratification for bigger benefits in the future.
- Always trying to think three steps ahead.
Skill Requirements
- Demonstrate excellent receiving skills with the ability to catch varied pitches and stamina to catch multiple bullpen sessions on a daily basis
- Attend and participate in all Major League Spring Training and designated offseason camps/workouts.
- Be able to play catch with multiple players daily
- Machine setup and takedown
- Understanding of coaching catching techniques
- Understanding of pitcher routines and tendencies
Education & Experience Guidelines
- Strong communication/interpersonal skills and positive, team-first attitude.
- High-level or professional catching experience within the last two years.
- Familiarity with pitch metrics, data analysis, advance scouting and player development reporting.
- Familiarity with baseball tech – setup and usage.
- Technical understanding of Microsoft Office.
- Basic video editing skills preferred.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
Work Environment
- Ability to work long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays during the baseball season and development camps.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly (e.g., equipment, training aids, machines)
- Willingness to travel extensively throughout season for team travel and off-season player development and performance support
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.
