Flag Football Assistant Referee

City of Port Washington•Parks and Rec, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Port Washington is seeking a Youth Flag Football Assistant Referee to help officiate Youth Flag Football League games. This role involves ensuring the safety of the playfield and equipment, starting and ending games on time, communicating professionally with participants, coaches, and parents, and enforcing the rules of the game. The Assistant Referee will also supervise participant conduct, impose penalties for violations, make decisions on rule interpretations, and assist with post-game cleanup. This position reports to the Recreation Program Manager and may involve other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be 14+ (16+ years old preferred).
Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Strong communication skills.
Knowledge of Port Washington Recreation Department Flag Football rules.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience refereeing games preferred.
Prior experience playing or coaching football preferred.

Responsibilities

Help officiate Youth Flag Football League games.
Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to game time.
Examine and evaluate the safety of the playfield, surrounding area, and equipment.
Start and end games according to the schedule, rules, and weather cancellation policy.
Communicate with participants, coaches, and parents in a professional manner.
Interpret and enforce the rules of the game on the field throughout the game.
Supervise and control the general conduct of all participants in the game.
Invoke and impose penalties for violations of rules and unsportsmanlike conduct.
Make decisions on any point not specifically covered in rules.
Help clean-up the playfield at the completion of the night's games.
Report incidents and concerns to the Recreation Program Manager in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Recreation Program Manager.