Sports Official, Stillwater YMCA

YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City • Stillwater, OK

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About The Position

The Sports Official helps ensure quality YMCA sports programs by monitoring and maintaining the facilities and equipment used for program activities. The role acts as an extension of the Program Director in charge of sports, responding to questions and concerns from coaches and participants. Officials help keep seasonal sports programs running smoothly while putting player development, safety, fairness, and enjoyment at the forefront.

Requirements

• Maintain current CPR/AED/O2 and First Aid certifications, renewed annually; training is provided by the Y if needed.
• Attend and complete YMCA officials training if offered.
• Know the YMCA rules for the relevant sport and be able to enforce them with authority.
• Understand the YMCA mission in sports and how it is carried out using the Y’s Core Values.
• Effectively communicate and relate to people of all age levels.
• Be able to lift 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Arrive before scheduled games and stay afterward as needed.
• Ensure the YMCA Pledge is said before each game.
• Communicate participant problems and concerns through the chain of command to the Program Director in charge of sports.
• Interact with program participants courteously, respectfully, and professionally.
• Enforce YMCA rules and address actions that conflict with the YMCA mission or philosophy.
• Help organize and maintain the program area and equipment to provide the safest possible environment.
• Report all incidents to a supervisor.
• Carry out approved emergency action plans when emergencies occur.
• Perform official duties impartially and fairly.
• Help keep the sport fun for participants and, as appropriate, help players learn the game.
• Set up and inspect playing surfaces before games to support player safety.
• Communicate effectively with parents, coaches, participants, and volunteers.
• Accept responsibility for the association-wide sports program as needed.
• Develop meaningful and sustainable relationships with members, donors, and volunteers.

What This Job Offers

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