Youth Flag Football Referee - Bayview
About The Position
The Youth Flag Football Referee plays a key role in creating a positive and engaging environment for youth flag football players and teams in MLK Jr. Middle School Beacon program. In this position, referees will ensure fair play, uphold game rules, and maintain a safe, well-structured atmosphere during game days. This role involves refereeing middle school flag football games 1-3 times per week, with 2 workforce development sessions per week with the league lead. Referees will work under the guidance of the Site Coordinator and Flag Football Coach, and are expected to demonstrate initiative, reliability, and commitment to the full YMCA Flag Football season, running from February 2026 to May 2026. Additional training and workforce development training sessions run November 2025-January 2026.
Requirements
- Must be 14 years or older; authorized work permit if under 18.
- Strong motivation to provide quality youth sports experiences.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Availability for weekday evening games.
- Knowledge of flag football rules and regulations.
- Effective communication and conflict-resolution skills.
- Commitment to fostering positive youth development.
- TB test clearance within the last 2 years.
Nice To Haves
- Experience refereeing or coaching youth flag football or other sports.
- Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Officiate middle school flag football games, ensuring adherence to league rules and regulations.
- Make accurate and timely calls on penalties, touchdowns, and other in-game decisions.
- Manage the game clock, maintain game flow, and enforce rules consistently.
- Arrive early to set up the field, inspect equipment, and ensure proper playing conditions.
- Conduct pre-game meetings with coaches to review rules and expectations.
- Complete and submit required paperwork, such as scorecards and incident reports.
- Monitor player safety and respond appropriately to injuries or unsafe conditions.
- Promote sportsmanship by addressing rule violations or misconduct.
- Reinforce game rules and encourage safe participation.
- Clearly explain calls and penalties to players and coaches.
- Address concerns professionally and work collaboratively with other referees and staff.
- Maintain reliability by arriving on time and being prepared for all scheduled games.
- Uphold league standards and fulfill responsibilities throughout the full YMCA Flag Football season (February 2026 – May 2026).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
