Youth Sports Official

i9 Sports•Grand Rapids, MI

18d•$17 - $25

About The Position

i9 Sports is looking to hire reliable and enthusiastic officials. As an i9 Sports official, you will not only serve as the enforcer of the rules, but will be a culture cultivator, an impartial on-field coach, and an advocate for our sports program. Seeking HIGH ENERGY, FUN, RELIABLE, and SERVICE ORIENTED people to officiate weekend basketball, flag football, soccer, baseball/T-ball and volleyball games for boys and girls ranging from 3-14 years old. Practice and games are played on Saturdays (and Sundays during winter season) at multiple locations through the Grand Rapids area. Previous experience with youth sports, officiating, and/or customer service are a plus but not required.

Requirements

Enjoy working with kids
Clean background check
Reliable transportation to and from games and training
Be confident and capable of working alongside parents and upholding the i9 Sports philosophy and help us deliver a great i9 experience on the fields and courts
OUTSTANDING energy and enthusiasm

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with youth sports, officiating, and/or customer service are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Enforce the rules of the game while ensuring safety for all athletes and coaches.
Facilitate/lead youth sports pledge before game.
Ensure game starts on time and track scores
Actively engage with coaches. Always explain to the coaches how the game will be called.
Act as stand-in coach for teams if necessary.
Ensure sports equipment are properly adjusted and placed according to age divisions.
Assist program directors with set-up/clean-up as needed.
Maintain control of game. Keep composure under pressure.
Help keep a positive environment. Do not allow coaches or parents to argue with you.
Attend all staff meetings and trainings as required.