Adult League Official – Softball Umpire (Part-Time Seasonal)

City of Eden Prairie • Eden Prairie, MN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Adult League Official – Softball Umpire (Part-time/Seasonal) position is a part-time, non-exempt role that starts at $26.00-$28.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. This position reports to the Recreation Supervisor - Athletics and is located at Round Lake Park and Lake Riley Park in Eden Prairie. The role requires 3-12 hours per week, with games scheduled on evenings as early as 5:45 pm to as late as 10:30 pm, Monday through Thursday. League play runs from late April through early October.

Requirements

• Prior experience in playing softball and/or baseball.
• Basic knowledge of slowpitch softball rules.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to lift/pull/push/carry up to 30 lbs.
• Sits, stands, bends, stoops, reaches, runs and walks intermittently.
• Ability to reach, stand, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch, stop and start running for extended periods of time and avoid obstacles such as hit or thrown balls and players.
• Close and distant vision, peripheral visions and depth perception.
• Exposure to dust, loud noises, moving/running participants, and fast moving softballs.
• Ability to work at least 4 hours in succession.
• Games are played outdoors; may require working in adverse weather conditions at a variety of playing sites.
• Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City’s evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position includes professional reference checks, background check, driver’s license check, work verification and education verification if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Prior umpiring experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of USSSA and local league rules.
• Ability to umpire a wide range of skill levels.
• CPR and First Aid certifications approved.

Responsibilities

• Officiates for adult recreation sports league games.
• Provides quality, safe, and enjoyable leisure opportunities for all participants.
• Demonstrates, facilitates, and enforces local league rules and regulations.
• Promotes fair play, good sportsmanship, and a fun and safe environment for all league participants, players, and the general public.
• Performs a variety of duties as part of their role with the City.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed