Referee/Official Youth Sports, Oviedo YMCA Family Center

YMCA of Central Florida•Oviedo, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Referee/Official for Youth Sports monitors youth sports activities, including basketball, soccer, and/or volleyball games, to ensure rules are followed and play is fair. The role supports a safe, positive environment for participants and helps foster authentic relationships among participants, parents, coaches, and the YMCA community. The position requires flexible scheduling, which may include weekends and holidays, and participation in an on-call rotation as required. Work takes place both indoors and outdoors, with noise levels typically moderate to loud and possible exposure to extreme heat. The role includes physical activity and the ability to perform medium work. Candidates must complete employment verification and background screening, including a DCF Level 2 Background Check. Duties may be modified or supplemented by management, and reasonable accommodation is available for qualified applicants and employees.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16 with appropriate work permits.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with participants and parents.
Knowledge of youth developmental stages and the ability to apply related learning and physical traits to curriculum development and classroom management.
Obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.
Complete successful employment verification and background screening, including a DCF Level 2 Background Check.
Be willing to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays as needed.
Be willing to work an on-call schedule rotation as required.
Ability to perform the physical activities of the position, including stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions.
Ability to perform medium work: exert up to 50–100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly.
Required spoken communication and hearing abilities; close visual acuity and visual acuity for inspecting work, observing facilities or structures, and operating motor vehicles.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors and tolerate extreme heat above 100 degrees for periods exceeding one hour.
May need to sit or stand for extended periods and use manual dexterity to work with a phone, computer keyboard, and other equipment.

Nice To Haves

At least 18 years of age and a high school degree.

Responsibilities

Enforce game rules and program policies while maintaining constant surveillance of participants.
Arrive at least 15 minutes before the first scheduled game.
Complete score sheets at the score table, including the final score, winning team, and initials for games officiated.
Lead the youth sports pledge before games.
Ensure games start on time and confidently officiate by using the whistle when needed.
Ensure participant and member safety.
Engage with coaches, explain how the game will be called, and explain calls to players and coaches.
Ensure goal heights are appropriate for the age division and that the correct ball size is used.
Assist the supervisor with setup and cleanup as needed.
Maintain control of games, remain composed under pressure, and help create a positive environment.
Build authentic relationships with participants and parents, and model welcoming, connecting, motivating, and affirming behaviors.
Complete mandatory staff training and attend required staff meetings.
Participate in special events as assigned.
Complete daily equipment checks and cleaning tasks.
Promote YMCA programs and activities and support YMCA campaign initiatives.
Follow YMCA policies, procedures, and emergency procedures, and demonstrate knowledge of them.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behavior and policy violations.
Follow mandated child abuse reporting requirements.
Follow procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.