Contract Referee

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta•Kennesaw, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision and guidance of the Sports Director or Coordinator, the Contract Referee is responsible for officiating youth, teen or adult sporting events including, but not limited to: baseball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, etc. This position requires individuals to monitor play, ensure safety of all coaches and participants. The Contract Referee will be responsible for signing an independent contractor agreement.

Requirements

Exemplify and accept YMCA values, ideals, leadership qualities, and professional image.
Must maintain required knowledge and certifications necessary for this position and complete all training deemed necessary by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta.
Must have an eye for detail, quick decision making and ability to recognize and remedy hazardous/dangerous situations.
High degree of interpersonal communication, conflict management skills to tactfully enforce all rules and regulations.
Dedicated to member safety and the mission/values of the YMCA of Metro Atlanta.
Ability to perform moderate physical activity that may include standing for long periods of time, walking, running, crouching, kneeling, bending, twisting and reaching.
Must be available nights and weekends.
Pass the criminal background check and drug screening.
Running, bending, stooping, standing, lifting up to 25 pounds, seeing, verbal communication and hearing.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.
Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Ensure the health, safety and well-being of children in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
Ensure that the rules of the games are being followed by all players and coaches.
Officiate events according to general rules of the sport as well as any rules specific to the YMCA of Metro Atlanta.
Responsible for inspecting equipment and/or participants to ensure safety standards are met.
Displays regular attendance and punctuality. Shows up to scheduled games on time and stays for the duration unless prior arrangements have been made with the supervisor.
Must perform duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values, and objectives established by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols, Member Services Guidelines, and Non-Negotiables.
Emphasis will be placed on member service, program knowledge, member/staff safety, and communication with members and staff.
Implements the YMCA safety protocol both related to branch operations.
Immediately reports problems, inappropriate situations or behaviors to Sports Monitor and/or Director.
Responds to safety and emergency situations and maintains/reports accurate incident/accident forms.
Listens to concerns, answers questions and addresses coaches, players, and parents in a calm, fair and professional manner.