Youth Sports Official

YMCA of Greater Louisville•Buckner, KY

6d•$15 - $15

About The Position

The Youth Sports Official officiates youth sports programs in accordance with parameters established by the YMCA of Greater Louisville and supervises practices throughout the season. The role includes maintaining fields and gyms in a safe, efficient manner and promoting positive relationships with program participants, members, and staff. The official monitors policies and procedures for programs, volunteers, and staff. A sincere interest in working with and teaching youth the principles of sports and Christian values is required. The position is part-time, typically 10–20 hours per week, and requires weekend availability.

Requirements

Minimum age of 15.
Team player with a personal commitment to the YMCA Mission, Philosophy, and Character Development Values.
Personable, outgoing, and service oriented.
Ability to resolve issues or conflicts on the field.
Excellent oral communication skills.
Available to work 10–20 hours per week, including weekends.
Extremely organized, accurate, and proficient.
Obtain CPR and First Aid certification within the first 90 days.
Ability to hear, see, and speak.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and jog up and down a field or court.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with youth ages 3–14; training may be provided if experience is lacking.
Athletic background.

Responsibilities

Officiate youth sports programs according to YMCA of Greater Louisville parameters.
Supervise practices throughout the season.
Maintain fields and gyms safely and efficiently.
Promote positive relationships with program participants, members, and staff.
Monitor policies and procedures for programs, volunteers, and staff.
Work with and teach youth the principles of sports and Christian values.
Uphold the YMCA mission and demonstrate a nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming nature.