Official Scorer

The Official Scorer is responsible for all aspects of recording the official record of all home games. This includes starting line-ups, substitutions, each pitch and the results of each play, as well as umpires, attendance and the weather. The Official Scorer is responsible for making all judgement calls including but not limited to hit/error/fielder's choice, rbi/no rbi, winning pitcher when not dictated by rule, etc. The official scorekeeper may and should consult with the Journalist, Broadcaster, Public Address Announcer and Scoreboard Operator when in doubt, but the final decision is theirs. They must therefore have a good understanding of baseball scoring rules. The Official Scorer will be expected to explain their decisions to the Journalist and Broadcaster as necessary. Pre-season training in using NECBL scoring software is required. Note that this is training in how to use the software, not in how to score a baseball game. The ideal candidate will have experience keeping baseball scoring books and a good understanding of baseball scoring rules. This position pays $50 per game for an expected 20 to 25 games. It is an independent contractor position. The Danbury Westerner Independent Contractor Agreement must be fully executed by all parties. Income will be reported to the IRS and Connecticut Department of Revenue Services via Form 1099. Payment will be made in mid-August. Housing is not provided. 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.