REFEREE

Channel Islands YMCA•Santa Barbara, CA

3d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Referee will officiate youth sports games, focusing on enforcing rules, promoting sportsmanship, and ensuring safety. This role involves teaching age-appropriate rules, developing players through in-game coaching moments, and managing game flow to ensure timely starts. The Referee will also support and develop coaches, foster a welcoming environment for families and players, and address safety concerns. Additional duties include assisting with coach recruitment and training, attending seasonal meetings and trainings, responding to emergencies, and providing exceptional customer service.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old
Ability to obtain a criminal record clearance, if over 18 years old
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid work permit required if a minor
Complete required certifications within 60 days of hire
Complete all required Branch and Position specific trainings as required within two weeks of hire

Nice To Haves

Previous related experience preferred

Responsibilities

Referee youth sports games to enforce rules, sportsmanship, and safety
Teach age-appropriate basic rules during the game
Develop player's through teaching moments during the games
Start all games on time
Support, encourage, and develop all player's in the Y league
Set up and clean up for game space
Managing and supporting coaches, while keeping an eye on proper sportsmanship and coaching styles
Welcoming families, coaches, and players to game days
Address safety concerns for spectators and players
Assist in coach recruitment and training
Attend meetings/trainings during each season
Respond to emergency situations in accordance with YMCA policy and procedures
Complete incident reporting
Provides exceptional customer service and fosters connections with members