Athletic Official

City of Jacksonville NC•Jacksonville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Jacksonville Recreation has indoor and outdoor facilities throughout the City and include year-round programs, classes and events including summer concerts, camps, movies, team sports and many more activities for all ages. There are 19 parks and 20+ miles of greenways and trails. We are a waterway City with easy access to fishing and water sports and are close to Onslow beaches. We are seeking dedicated and passionate athletic officials to officiate sporting events for the City of Jacksonville, providing an enjoyable experience for all participants and spectators. This role involves enforcing rules, resolving disputes, and maintaining order during games. Performs intermediate skilled technical and semiprofessional work officiating and maintaining a safe athletic environment; does related work as required. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Requirements

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school student level or higher
Demonstrated proficiency of the rules involved in the designated sport
General knowledge of the equipment and techniques necessary to successfully conduct athletic officiating
Comprehensive knowledge of the National Federation of High School Sports Rules Book for the designated sport of assignment
Comprehensive knowledge of the Jacksonville Recreation & Parks Department (JRPD) Local League Rules for the designated sport of assignment
Some knowledge of first aid methods and necessary safety precautions to be used in recreation work
Skilled in the interpretation
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, scorekeepers, field supervisors, coaches, players, spectators, athletic supervisors, and general public
Ability to express ideas clearly both orally and in writing

Responsibilities

Assisting with planning, coordinating, and implementing athletic events
Officiating athletic sports events
Maintaining records and files
Preparing reports
Ensure games take place in a safe and fair manner and effectively communicate with coaches, participants and staff
Recognize rule infractions and determine penalties
Log all incidents
Monitor and promote sportsmanship of coaches, participants and spectators
Ensure the playing area is safe and free of hazards
Assist in setting up equipment to ensure games start on time
Review rules and regulations with participants and coaches (Pregame meeting)
Inspect sporting equipment to ensure safety regulations
Attend regular training to attain a thorough knowledge of the rules
Performs related tasks as required