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Job Title: Sports Referee Job Grade: 11
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Sports Coordinator Revision Date: 09/11/2018 _________________________________________________________________________
Position Summary:
The youth sports referee is responsible for officiating Y games, in a way that creates both a controlled and a learning environment. The referee must be knowledgeable of the game in which he/she is refereeing, and able to relay that knowledge to the children in our programs. Must be able to thrive in an environment with the unique challenges of a non-profit community service organization. Works with limited supervision.
Essential Functions:
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Demonstrate specific sport skills to the participants
- Referees will be expected to referee youth games, keeping youth safe and the games under control.
- This position also requires referees to act professionally and to serve as role models for the participants.
- This position requires that referees communicate with adult coaches to ensure games start in a timely manner.
- Officiate games and competitions to maintain standards of play and to ensure game rules are observed
- Judge performances in competition in order to award points, impose scoring penalties, and determine results
- Inspect equipment to ensure safety of participants
- Arrive early to welcome participants and their families
- Develops connections with parents, resulting in development of friendships and Y advocates and volunteers
- Keep first aid kit and whistle on hand at all times
- Encourage participants in social adjustments, desirable habits and attitudes, and individual achievements
- Keep area clean, neat and organized
- Attend YMCA provided training
NOTE: This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
YMCA Competencies (Leader):
Engaging Community: Serves others by intentionally welcoming, connecting, and supporting them, and inviting them to get involved and give back to the community.
Inclusion: Embraces all dimensions of diversity by treating all people with dignity, compassion, and respect.
Collaboration: Develops and maintains positive relationships with others.
Communication and Influence: Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
Critical Thinking and Decision-Making: Recognizes own biases and suspends judgmental thinking. Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
Emotional Maturity: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma preferred.
- At least 18 years of age.
- CPR, First Aid, AED certifications preferred
- Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
- Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
- Previous coaching or refereeing experience required
Physical Demands:
Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
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