Certified Sports Official - CityWide Sports Adult Sports Leagues
About The Position
Join the team where you can turn your passion for sports into a rewarding job! Enjoy being part of Denver's vibrant sports community and Colorado’s largest adult sports organization while working in the same dynamic spaces where the games you love take place. Part of the City and County of Denver’s Department of Parks and Recreation, CityWide Sports offers a variety of adult sports programs across a large network of sports fields and recreation centers throughout the metro Denver area. With over 175 diverse leagues available, including coed, men's, and women's options for sports including softball, basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and kickball, there’s something for everyone. Games are held on weekday evenings and weekends, providing a vibrant and flexible sports experience for participants. Certified Sports Officials officiate recreational activities and aid the recreation site leads and staff. Sports Officials will officiate adult league games. Games are held throughout Denver's network of parks, recreation centers, and sports facilities. As a Certified Sports Official with CityWide Sports, you'll play a vital role in creating a fun, fair, and dynamic atmosphere for participants.
Requirements
- Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
- One (1) year experience officiating in a recreational official league.
- Certification as a Sports Official by a recognized organization is required at the time of application.
- Availability during weeknights and weekends
- Punctuality and proactive communication ahead of all scheduled shifts
- Previous officiating experience
- Willingness to work multiple sites and regions
Nice To Haves
- Enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about sports.
- Thrives in a team environment, demonstrates strong communication and decision-making skills, and is committed to creating an enjoyable experience for all participants.
- Professional, reliable, and ensure that games run smoothly for a safe, fun experience for all participants.
- Not afraid to make calls, enforce rules, and diffuse game conflicts all while maintaining a positive, upbeat, and calm demeanor.
- Willingness to learn and a positive attitude above all.
Responsibilities
- Officiating at sports events including flag football, basketball, softball, and other adult sports leagues
- Communicating with CityWide Sports Program Coordinators by telephone, e-mail, or in-person to provide information and discuss problems
- Inspecting playing surfaces or fields to ensure that it meets the regulations of the sanctioning body and is safe for the players.
- Inspecting sporting equipment and/or examining participants to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations
- Signaling participants or other officials to make them aware of infractions or to otherwise regulate play
- Explaining disputed calls to players (when appropriate)
- Performing other related duties as assigned or requested
Benefits
- Eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denver’s 457b retirement plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
