Seasonal Youth Sports Official I (Basketball)

City of Manhattan Kansas • Manhattan, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

MPRD sports officials will officiate youth athletic events, and tournaments to maintain standards of play. Sports officiated include but are not limited to: Youth Baseball, Youth Softball, Youth Flag Football, Youth Volleyball, and Youth Basketball. All competitions will be facilitated through the Manhattan Parks and Recreation Department.

Requirements

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Work in a team environment and get along with coworkers and other MPRD staff members.
• Strong knowledge of, or ability to learn, sport rules and regulations.
• Possess characteristics of a strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Applicants must pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Previous related sport experience.

Responsibilities

• Officiate sports assigned.
• Attend sport-specific training and meetings.
• Make calls and instruct players on the rules of the game.
• Provide communication to and from coaches and participants.
• Maintain a safe and positive playing environment.
• Concentrate and clearly communicate in situations with multiple distractions.
• Inspect sporting equipment and/or examine participants to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, department personnel and the public, and deal with them in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Required weeknight and weekend availability.

What This Job Offers

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