Weekend Youth Sports Referee
About The Position
The Weekend Youth Sports Referee works across youth sports programs as an official, enforcing rules and helping create a positive, educational, and safe environment for players. The role also involves acting as an on-field or on-court coach and representing the programs to players, coaches, and spectators. Officials may work in one or more of the offered sports: flag football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, baseball, or T-ball. This position covers the South Zone of the Inland Empire, with seasonally rotating venues in Eastvale, Jurupa Valley, Norco, Corona, and Riverside. Assignment locations vary by season, and reliable transportation within the area is required. The schedule includes weekends and some evenings for the full season, approximately seven weeks. Compensation is $18 per game, paid weekly as an independent contractor based on the number of games successfully worked; it is not a fixed salary or an hourly wage.
Requirements
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with players, coaches, and spectators.
- Reliable transportation to and from work and between 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, take 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, throughout the approximately 7-week season.
- Smartphone with internet capability.
Nice To Haves
- Experience across multiple offered sports is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Understand and enforce the i9 Sports rulebook for assigned sports, maintaining a fun, educational, and safe environment.
- Teach and demonstrate core concepts, including sportsmanship values.
- Set up and break down game and practice field equipment.
- Keep time and score during games while 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.
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
