Part-Time: (Athletics) Adult Softball Umpire

ADULT SOFTBALL UMPIRE

City of Salina, Kansas

Parks & Recreation Department

The Adult Softball Umpire position with the City of Salina Parks & Recreation Department offers an excellent part-time opportunity for individuals seeking seasonal work in a fun & active municipal recreation environment. This position is responsible for applying league rules, maintaining safe & fair play, supporting positive participant experiences, & helping ensure City-sponsored athletic programs are well organized & professionally managed. This excellent time opportunity can serve as a strong starting point for individuals interested in recreation, athletics, public service, or long-term employment with the City of Salina.

On-the-Job Training: Experienced Salina Parks & Recreation staff provide on-the-job training that helps Adult Softball Umpires build confidence before & during the league season. Training includes attendance at an officials training clinic sponsored by the department. New umpires gain practical experience learning game rules, department policies & procedures, proper field setup, & effective game management. Staff guidance helps umpires learn how to assist participants, explain rules, complete reports, administer basic first aid when needed, & respond appropriately within the scope of training.

Duties:

• Officiates assigned adult softball games in accordance with City of Salina Parks & Recreation rules, league guidelines, & applicable sport-specific rules.
• Enforces rules of play consistently & fairly, including calls related to balls & strikes, safe/out decisions, fair/foul balls, substitutions, conduct, & other game situations.
• Maintains control of the game by using appropriate judgment, clear communication, & professional conduct when addressing players, coaches, spectators, & other officials.
• Promotes participant safety by monitoring field conditions, equipment, player conduct, & overall game environment before & during play.
• Assists with proper field setup & pre-game checks, which may include bases, pitching areas, field markings, scorekeeping materials, dugout areas, & general readiness of the playing area.
• Starts games on time, keeps the pace of play moving, & supports an organized schedule for league games & tournaments.
• Explains rules, decisions, & procedures in a calm & respectful manner when questions arise from participants or coaches.
• Identifies & addresses unsportsmanlike conduct, rule violations, unsafe behavior, or other concerns in accordance with department policies & league procedures.
• Works cooperatively with other umpires, scorekeepers, field supervisors, recreation staff, & league personnel to support smooth game operations.
• Completes accident, incident, ejection, injury, or other required reports accurately & promptly when situations occur.
• Administers basic first aid within the scope of training, if needed, & responds appropriately to emergency situations by following department procedures.
• Attends required officials training, clinics, meetings, or rule review sessions sponsored by Salina Parks & Recreation and/or obtains sport-specific certification prior to the league season when required.
• Demonstrates reliability by reporting to assigned games on time, prepared, & dressed appropriately for officiating duties.
• Represents the City of Salina in a courteous, professional, & service-oriented manner during recreation programs.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education:

• Must be an eighth-grade graduate.
• High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• CPR & First Aid certifications are desired.

Experience:

• Prior experience officiating, umpiring, coaching, or participating in organized softball, baseball, or recreational sports programs desired.
• Experience applying game rules, league procedures, safety practices, or sport-specific regulations as an athlete, coach, sports official, or umpire.
• Strong ability to handle conflict, complaints, rule disputes, or tense situations.
• Experience communicating calmly & professionally in a public-facing environment.
• Experience working in an active environment requiring standing, walking, moving, observing play, & maintaining attention for extended periods.

Requirements:

• Must be fourteen (14) years of age or older.
• Must attend an officials training or clinic sponsored by Salina Parks & Recreation and/or be certified in the specific sport prior to the league season.
• Must have the ability to work indoors & outdoors.
• This is a non-driving position.

Hours:

• This part-time position works primarily evenings & weekends during seasonal league schedules.
• Fourteen (14) year olds may be scheduled to work between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. from June to Labor Day.

Pay DOQ EOE:

• $35.00-42.00/game.

Application Deadline:

• Until filled.
• To be considered, fully complete applications are required.

Supervisor:

• Travis Scheele, Recreation Superintendent
• Telephone Number: 785-833-2260
• Email: travis.scheele@salina.org

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace: We consider applicants for all jobs without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department at 785-309-5710.

ADA Notice: For needed accommodations, please call 785-309-5745 Office or 785-309-5747 TDD Number between the hours of 8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Every effort will be made to accommodate known disabilities. For material or speech access, please call at least 5 working days prior to the event.

TH 07/30/2026