Referee - Haverhill YMCA

YMCA OF THE NORTH SHORE INC • Haverhill, MA

2d • $28 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Patched Referee, you will play an important role in creating a positive and safe experience for participants in our youth and adult sports programs. You'll officiate games, promote sportsmanship, enforce rules fairly and consistently, and help foster an environment where participants can learn, compete, and have fun. The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.

Requirements

• Knowledge of sports rules, gameplay, and officiating standards
• Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
• Ability to remain impartial and make fair, consistent judgments during competition
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain order in a group of people
• Ability to accept comments/criticism from others without internalizing
• Ability to maintain professional conduct at all times

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with youth, sports programs, or officiating preferred
• Previous experience with assigned game/sport
• IAABO Certified (International Association of Approved Basketball Officials) preferred

Responsibilities

• Officiate youth and adult sports games in accordance with YMCA and league rules
• Promote fair play, teamwork, and good sportsmanship among participants, coaches, and spectators
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during games and activities
• Communicate rules, penalties, and game procedures clearly and professionally
• Resolve conflicts calmly and confidently while maintaining control of the game
• Build positive relationships with participants, families, coaches, and YMCA staff
• Support the overall success of YMCA sports programs through positive leadership and engagement

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership
• Employee discounts on programs
• Paid training
• Professional development
• Retirement plan with a 12% employer contribution (once vested, no match required)

What This Job Offers

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