Youth Baseball & Softball Officials

Highlands Ranch•Highlands Ranch, CO

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Love baseball or softball? Wanna make money while staying in the action? The Highlands Ranch Metro District is looking for Youth Baseball & Softball Officials—and this could be YOU! 🎯 Make the calls. Keep it fair. Keep it fun. You’ll be on the field, making sure games run smoothly, keeping things safe, and making the season awesome for players, coaches, and fans. WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN: ✅ Flexible part-time hours (8-15 per week) ✅ Season runs May–October ✅ No experience needed—we’ll train you! ✅ Must be at least 14 years old ✅ Get a referral bonus when you bring a friend! If you’re all about sports, leadership, and making a difference (while getting paid💵), this is your chance! Don’t just watch the game—BE PART OF IT! Apply now!

Requirements

14 years of age or older.
Attendance at officials training provided by the Highlands Ranch Metro District recreation staff is required.
Practical experience in athletics, recreation, physical education, or related field.
Knowledge of officiating, sports, and recreation.
Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
Current CPR and First Aid preferred; or the ability to obtain certification within 1 month.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, officials, coaches, volunteers, participants, and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Must become proficient in rules of play for assigned sport.
Must be assertive and able to make decisions in fast paced conditions.
Represent the District in a professional manner, exemplifying integrity and excellence always.
Must be able to work flexible schedule on evenings and weekends.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR and First Aid preferred; or the ability to obtain certification within 1 month.

Responsibilities

Interpret and enforce all sport-specific rules and adaptations.
Supervise and control conduct on field in a safe and professional manner.
Attend all game dates as scheduled.
Assists in the recommendation and evaluation of improvements to programs that will provide maximum enjoyment for all the participants.
Provides supervision at all playing fields.
Provide excellent customer service.
Preps fields for play if necessary.
Ensures visibility and availability to staff, coaches, participants and fans to answer questions.
Listens to concerns, resolves problems and corrects inappropriate behavior. Communicate any issues to Field Supervisor and/or Recreation Coordinator.
Assists with ensuring the safety of participants, maintains discipline, makes weather-based decisions and assists with handling complaints from the public.
Performs first aid as required, depending on training and certification.
Complies with District and department rules and regulations, policies and procedures.