Scores Product Specialist

Job Title

You're the person who makes sure Prep Scores actually works, and then makes it better. Day-to-day, that means owning the operational health of scores data across 45+ markets and multiple sports, and keeping the in-season machine running for football and basketball. You'll coordinate scout engagement, manage classification update cycles, and build the processes that turn good-enough into genuinely reliable. But this role isn't just about keeping the lights on; it's about pushing the product forward. You'll dig into user behavior data, analyze traffic trends, and bring real product-level thinking to the evolution of Scores from a data-aggregation foundation into a system that leverages user-reported data, live scoring, and community features. If you like owning something end-to-end, operations and product, process and vision, this is your seat.

Prep Network is a sports company that connects high school athletes with college coaches. Through our nine brands, we publish over 4,000 articles each month and actively scout talented athletes across the U.S. We aim to discover and promote promising prospects who aspire to play at the collegiate level.

In addition to our content, Prep Network is the top event operator in the U.S., hosting 200+ tournaments annually. We offer a combination of top-tier competitions and extensive media exposure for attending teams. Our 250+ showcases each year provide a platform for over 10,000+ prospects to compete in front of colleges, scouts, and media outlets.

We're pumped to have been named one of the "Best Places to Work" by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal for four years running, and to land a spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies. Prep Network isn't your average sports company; we're all about helping student-athletes succeed and creating an awesome workplace.

Core Responsibilities

• Scores & Schedules Accuracy. Verify that scores, games, team names, and divisions are correct across all active markets. Catch errors early, spot recurring problems, and hold the standard for what complete and reliable coverage looks like.
• Traffic & Performance Insights. Review Scores traffic reports on a regular cadence, surface what's worth paying attention to, and bring clear, actionable observations on market performance, engagement trends, and data quality to the right stakeholders.
• Preseason Readiness. Own the audit process across all active markets before each sport's season launch, validating classifications, conferences, and schedules against authoritative sources so we go live clean, every time.
• Market & Sport Expansion. Lead operational readiness when we grow, evaluating new sources, aggregating schedules, onboarding scouts, and QA-ing team pages so expansion doesn't mean chaos.
• Product Subject Matter Expertise. Build deep knowledge of how users interact with Scores, translating traffic reports, session recordings, and engagement data into clear issues and opportunities that move the Product team forward.

Must-Haves in a Candidate

• High School Sports Knowledge. Familiarity with the high school sports data landscape, including state athletic associations, conference and classification structures, and how they shift year to year.
• Quality Control. A track record of catching mistakes others miss. Comfortable following repeatable verification processes and maintaining accuracy across multiple markets and sports at once.
• Operational Ownership. Ability to work independently and manage seasonal workload swings (heavier in-season, lighter offseason).
• Cross-Functional Communication. Clear, professional communicator who works effectively across Product, Software Engineering, Marketing, and Content teams.
• Tech-Savvy & Systems-Oriented. AI-forward, comfortable working across productivity and data tools (WordPress, Asana, Slack, Google Workspace, native apps, or similar) and maintaining clean, reliable systems.

Nice-to-Haves in a Candidate

• Experience contributing to product development, including feature ideation, requirements gathering, user feedback, or working within a sprint-based development process.
• Experience managing virtual assistants (VAs) or contracted support staff.
• Familiarity with EOS frameworks and operating in a structured, accountability-driven environment.
• Experience with Slack and Asana systems is also a plus

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. Only U.S. citizens will be considered for this role at this time.

Benefits and Perks

• Vibrant Culture . Prep Network has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work for four years running, thanks to our vibrant and inclusive culture. We're passionate about bringing on board curious, self-motivated individuals who work hard and genuinely enjoy their work.
• Autonomy. We trust our team members to excel in their roles. Rather than micromanaging, we provide you with the tools and processes you need for success, giving you the freedom to bring your role to life and make a meaningful impact.
• Professional Growth. We prioritize your professional development. We actively support and encourage you to invest in your personal and professional growth.
• Comprehensive Benefits. We offer comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) with Safe Harbor matching, long-term disability, and Basic Life Insurance. Work arrangements are flexible; whether you're in our Plymouth, MN office or working remotely from your home, we trust you to do great work from wherever you do it best.
• Competitive Compensation. Targeted salary is $60,000 to $65,000. The starting salary will depend on the skills and applicable experience you bring to this role.

Prep Network's success is driven by its people. By hiring and supporting A-players, you will directly influence the experience of thousands of athletes and coaches we serve annually. Join our dynamic team, where we value your individuality, foster professional growth, and provide a diverse range of benefits. Discover a workplace where you can thrive, learn, and make a meaningful impact on our shared journey.