Even in retirement, Adam Jones found his way back to the Orioles.

Just over 16 months after he signed a one-day contract to officially end his playing career as a member of the organization with whom he spent 11 major league seasons, the former Orioles outfielder joined the club’s front office.

Baltimore hired Jones, 39, as a special adviser to the general manager and community ambassador, the team announced Monday. He also agreed to join the on-field staff as a guest coach for spring training, which begins Feb. 12 when pitchers and catchers report to the Orioles’ facility in Sarasota, Florida.

“I am grateful for the Orioles relationships I have formed since my retirement, which have led us to this exciting partnership,” Jones said in a statement.

“Having the opportunity to be around the game that I love, while also learning the operations side of baseball from one of the best General Managers is truly an honor. I am happy to be a resource for the Orioles organization and will offer everything I’ve learned from past experience to help the team succeed. Baltimore has always meant so much to me, and this unique role will allow me to continue giving back to the community I love. This is a special opportunity and I’m eager to embrace it fully.”

In his advisory role, Jones will report to Orioles executive vice president and general manager Mike Elias and “serve as a resource for the rest of the Baseball Operations department and Orioles major and minor league players,” according to a news release. He will also take part in team-driven community initiatives including the Orioles’ partnership with Harlem Park Elementary Middle School, the youth program Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities and the adaptive baseball program Challenger League.

Acquired by the Orioles as a prospect in 2008, Jones developed into one of the faces of the ballclub’s run of success from 2012-2016. The five-time All-Star won four Gold Glove Awards and a Silver Slugger Award while racking up 263 home runs and 866 RBIs, both of which rank fifth in Orioles history.

Since retiring from the sport in September 2023, Jones and his family have spent a lot of time traveling including an extended stay in Spain. He returned to Sarasota as a guest coach last spring and made appearances at MLB charity initiatives and Baltimore sporting events throughout the season.

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