Referee/Official Youth Sports, Downtown Orlando YMCA Family Center

YMCA of Central Florida•Orlando, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Referee/Official for Youth Sports will be responsible for the integral part of monitoring sports activity (including but not limited to refereeing for basketball, soccer and/or volleyball games), making sure all rules are followed and the game is played fairly.

Requirements

Minimum of 16 years of age with appropriate work permits; 18 years of age & high school degree preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both participants and parents.
Knowledge of youth developmental stages, with ability to apply corresponding learning and physical traits to curriculum development and classroom management.
Within 60 days of hire, CPR/AED & First Aid certification

Responsibilities

Enforce the rules of the game.
Enforce program rules/policies by maintain constant surveillance of program participants
Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your first game scheduled
Complete score sheets at score table. Write in final score, circle winning team, initial games officiated
Facilitate/lead youth sports pledge before game
Ensure games starts on time
Take charge. Do not be afraid to blow the whistle
Ensure safety of participants/members
Actively engage with coaches. Always explain to the coaches how the game will be called. Explain your calls to players and coaches
Ensure goal heights are adjusted according to age division and proper size ball is used
Assist supervisor with set up/clean up as needed
Maintain control of game. Keep composure under pressure. Help keep a positive environment
Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents, helping them connect with each other and the YMCA. Models welcoming, connecting, motivating and affirming behaviors.
Completes mandatory staff training and participates in required staff meetings.
Participates in special events as assigned.
Ensures completion of daily equipment checks and completes daily cleaning tasks.
Actively promotes all YMCA programs and activities and supports YMCA campaign initiatives.
Follows YMCA policies, procedures, and emergency procedures and able to demonstrate them.