Job Title: Data Scientist

Department: Hockey Operations

Business Unit: Colorado Avalanche

Location: Denver, CO or Remote

Reports To: Director of Analytics

Employment Type: Full Time – Salaried - Exempt

Supervisor Position: No

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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, 1STBANK Center, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.

Nature of Work:

The Colorado Avalanche are looking to hire a full-time Data Scientist to work within the team’s Hockey Operations Department. This person will use their knowledge of statistical best practices and modeling techniques to analyze large datasets and present takeaways in fields such as: player and team evaluation, in-game tactics, and roster building. They will have the opportunity to work with advanced event and tracking level datasets and will work closely with various members of the hockey operations department. They will report to the Director of Analytics.

Examples of work performed:

• Research, develop, and test predictive models for player evaluation and projection at all levels
• Work with large datasets to answer questions for decision-makers including coaches and management
• Create data visualizations, reports, profiles, and presentations that communicate methodology and key findings to audiences with a range of technical competencies
• Collaborate with our team of analytics and hockey operations personnel to best complete projects and support our management group
• Respond to analytics or hockey operations personnel questions and project requests in a timely fashion including at times on evenings and weekends

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

• Typical Office Conditions
• Travel may be required

Qualifications:

• Required
  • Ability to think probabilistically and comfort dealing with uncertainty
  • Expertise in one or multiple coding language, preferably R and Python
  • Experience building predictive models of various types from large, complex datasets
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Preferred

• 1-3 years of work experience in a data analysis and/or modeling-related position
• An advanced degree in computer science, applied mathematics, predictive analytics, statistics, or a related field
• Expertise in AI, machine learning, and building models with spatio-temporal data
• A comfort level working with SQL and relational databases in a cloud computing environment, preferably Azure or AWS
• Experience building dashboards, web applications, and interactive data visualizations, which can include working in Shiny or Power BI
• Knowledge of NHL players and teams as well as a passion for hockey and hockey analytics

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments

Compensation:

• Salary Range $80,000 - $110,000 per annum

Benefits Include:

• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
• 401K/Employer Match

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.