Youth Sports Referee

YMCA Of Greater Seattle • Seattle, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an on-site, part-time position officiating a variety of sports programs for youth and teens. The referee creates a safe, enjoyable, positive, and inclusive environment for participants of all skill and activity levels and provides a quality experience for participants and families. The role includes applying YMCA rules and guidelines, following safety and abuse-prevention procedures, building positive relationships, handling equipment, and attending required meetings and training.

Requirements

• Be at least 16 years of age.
• Have knowledge of the sport.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergency procedures.
• Develop positive relationships with participants.
• Set up and take down equipment and report equipment needs.
• Attend staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
• Be able to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Other applicable education, training, and experience providing the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Current state-approved first aid certification.
• Current state-approved CPR certification.
• Experience officiating.
• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations, including differences in language, culture, race, physical ability, and sexual orientation.
• Ability to speak a language in addition to English.

Responsibilities

• Officiate games in accordance with YMCA rules and guidelines.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergency procedures.
• Develop positive relationships with participants.
• Set up and take down equipment and report equipment needs.
• Attend staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
• Adhere to abuse-prevention policies, maintain appropriate boundaries, complete required training, report suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and comply with mandated reporting requirements.
• Respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• YMCA of Greater Seattle membership.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; some benefits are available only to full-time staff.
• Retirement plan with generous employer contributions.
• Free access to mental health resources.
• Paid time off that accrues rapidly.
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA childcare, day camp, overnight camp, and outdoor leadership programs: 25% for part-time staff and 50% for full-time staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed