Sports Official

Blacksburg, Town of • Blacksburg, VA

12h

About The Position

Officiate recreational athletic or sporting events by detecting rule infractions and deciding penalties according to established regulations. Pay depends on the sport: Youth Baseball Official, $50 per game; Adult Softball Official, $30 per game; Head Football Referee, $50 per game; Football Referee, $45 per game; Basketball Official, $40 per game; and Volleyball Official, $25 per game. Shifts are nights and/or weekends. The Town of Blacksburg is an EEO Employer (M/F/D/V).

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Moderate knowledge of the sport(s) being officiated.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Good communication skills.
• Decision-making skills, including the ability to observe play, assess situations, and make split-second decisions.
• Good vision to observe infractions and identify violations during play.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, run, or squat for extended periods during games and events.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other officials and reach mutual decisions.
• Good vision and stamina, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Officiate sporting events, games, or competitions to maintain standards of play and ensure that rules are observed.
• Signal participants or other officials about infractions or to regulate play or competition.
• Inspect sporting equipment and/or examine participants for compliance with event and safety regulations.
• Track event times, including game times and elapsed time during game segments, and start or stop play when necessary.
• Start games and competitions.
• Resolve claims of rule infractions or participant complaints and assess necessary penalties according to regulations.
• Report sporting activities, complaints, and actions taken or needed, such as fines or disciplinary actions, to regulating organizations.
• Confer with other officials, coaches, players, and facility managers to provide information, coordinate activities, and discuss problems.
• Teach and explain the rules and regulations governing a specific sport.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED