Weekend Youth Sports Referee
About The Position
Join i9 Sports as a Weekend Youth Sports Referee supporting youth athletic programs across the Inland Empire South Zone. Officials may work in one or more sports, including flag football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, and baseball/T-ball. Seasonal venues rotate across Eastvale, Jurupa Valley, Norco, Corona, and Riverside, and assignment locations vary by season. Reliable transportation within this area is required. The referee enforces the rulebook for assigned sports while creating a fun, educational, and safe experience. The role includes teaching sportsmanship and core sports concepts, managing game time and score, setting up and breaking down equipment, and assisting volunteer coaches during practices. Pay is based on completed games and paid weekly; it is not a fixed salary or hourly payment for time outside game duties. The posting lists a starting rate of $18 per game and compensation of $18–$20 per hour.
Requirements
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with players, coaches, and spectators.
- Reliable transportation to and from the workplace and to rotating venues in the South Zone.
- At least 2 years of officiating, playing, or coaching experience in at least one offered sport.
- Ability to work independently, show initiative, and solve problems.
- Awareness and ability to take charge of situations to ensure player safety.
- Positive attitude and ability to build professional relationships.
- Availability for a varied schedule, including weekends and some evenings, for the full season of approximately 7 weeks.
- A smartphone with internet capability.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in multiple offered sports is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Understand and enforce the i9 Sports rulebook for assigned sports to ensure a fun, educational, and safe environment.
- Teach and demonstrate core sports concepts and sportsmanship.
- Set up and break down game and practice field equipment.
- Keep time and score, managing age-appropriate instruction and competition.
- Maintain a positive attitude and provide superior customer service.
- Assist volunteer coaches during practice sessions by conducting drills and answering questions.
- Take charge of situations as needed to ensure player safety.
Benefits
- Opportunity for advancement
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
