Athletic Game Official

Hampshire Township Park District • Hampshire, IL

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The Hampshire Township Park District is seeking Athletic Game Officials to support its athletics programs. This is a seasonal, part-time, non-exempt position. Opportunities are available for Referees (Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball) and Scorebook/Scoreboard operators for Volleyball and Basketball (Recreation League and Jr. Whips Competitive League). The role involves officiating games, assisting with equipment setup and takedown, fostering a positive atmosphere with an emphasis on sportsmanship and adherence to park district guidelines, and maintaining punctuality and dependability. Officials are expected to attend staff meetings, trainings, and orientations, provide excellent customer service, and act as a role model for participants through appropriate language, attire, behavior, and courtesy. Professional written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is the ability to exercise good judgment and follow safety policies.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age OR have an eligible work permit
• Have a valid driver's license or reliable transportation to/from work
• Current CPR, First Aid/AED certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• In depth knowledge of sports required for referee positions.

Responsibilities

• Officiate at assigned athletic games.
• Assist with set up and take down of game and program site equipments.
• Help ensure a positive contest atmosphere by emphasizing sportsmanship and adherence to park district guidelines on the part of players, coaches and fans.
• Attendance, punctuality and dependability are a must.
• Must be available to attend staff meetings, trainings, evaluations and orientations.
• Exhibit excellent customer service to participants and parents and the ability to work with a team to achieve a successful program.
• Must be a role model for participants by using proper language, acceptable attire, appropriate behavior and being courteous at all times.
• Ability to provide professional written and verbal communication with participants, parents and staff.
• Must use good judgment and follow safety policies/protocols of the school and the park district.

What This Job Offers

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