Seasonal - Athletic Official I (Multiple Positions/Parks Department)

City of Austin

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the Seasonal – Athletic Official I position will be to officiate Youth, Teen, Adult Sport Leagues, and Sport Specific Clinics at various City of Austin Recreation Centers and at the Krieg Multi-Purpose Field. This role ensures the safety and security of participants, spectators, officials, facilities, and equipment while enforcing policies and procedures fairly and professionally. The official will display proper mechanics, inspect playing areas for hazards, ensure safe equipment use, and provide excellent customer service, resolving disputes and minor problems courteously. They will also assist with evacuations if needed, complete required forms, and cancel games due to unsafe conditions.

Requirements

Must have a minimum of 3 months officiating experience.
Ability to travel to more than one work location.
Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
Work environment includes, tolerating loud noise associated with enthusiasm and excitement and working outdoors in any and all types of weather and or inclement conditions; and in confined spaces at time.
Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond and work with participant’s needs and safety issues.

Nice To Haves

Experience officiating athletic events/activities.
Experience officiating in one or more of the following athletic activities: Basketball, Soccer, Indoor Volleyball, Flag Football, Pickleball, Sand Volleyball, Kickball, Youth Kickball, and Youth Volleyball.

Responsibilities

Ensure safety and security of participants, spectators, officials, facility and equipment.
Enforce all policies and procedures in a fair and professional manner.
Display proper mechanics at all times.
Inspect playing areas for safety hazards prior to games.
Ensure safe and proper use of equipment.
Provide excellent customer service.
Provide assistance and resolve disputes and minor problems in a professional and courteous manner.
Assist with evacuations if an emergency situation should arise.
Complete required forms.
Cancel games due to unsafe playing conditions.