Youth Baseball and Softball Umpire - Contract Position

Contract Youth Baseball & Softball Umpires

Do you love the game of baseball or softball? Are you confident, fair, and passionate about creating a positive experience for young athletes? The City of O'Fallon, in partnership with the New Horizons Youth Baseball League (NHYBL), is seeking enthusiastic and dependable Contract Umpires to officiate youth league games for players ages 7U-14U during the spring and fall seasons.

This is a great opportunity for experienced umpires or individuals with strong game knowledge who are ready to step onto the field, support youth development, and help deliver a safe and enjoyable season for hundreds of young athletes. As a contract worker, all applicants must be at least 18 years old.

As an NHYBL Umpire, you will:

• Officiate recreational baseball and/or softball games using NHYBL rules and applicable governing rules.
• Lead pre‑game plate meetings and conduct field inspections.
• Maintain game flow, enforce rules, and promote safety and sportsmanship.
• Make confident, impartial calls and communicate clearly with coaches and players.
• Manage game pace, time limits, and weather-related decisions.
• Address unsportsmanlike behavior when needed and report ejections or incidents to league administrators.
• Represent the league with professionalism, fairness, and integrity.

What We're Looking For

• Knowledge of baseball and/or softball rules (training available).
• Strong communication and conflict‑resolution abilities.
• Ability to manage youth sports environments calmly and confidently.
• Previous umpiring experience is a plus, but not required.
• Reliability, punctuality, and willingness to learn league‑specific rules.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stay active-standing, walking, and running-for the duration of games.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to visually track game play and make accurate decisions.

Why Umpire with NHYBL?

• Flexible evening schedules
• Supportive and fun environment
• Opportunity to mentor young athletes
• Competitive per‑game compensation
• Seasonal outdoor work in a positive community setting

Schedule

Evenings during the spring and fall youth baseball/softball seasons.

Compensation

Paid per game, $50 - $55 based on division and assignment.

Ready to apply? Please apply on the City of O'Fallon's website at www.ofallonmo.gov/jobs

The City of O'Fallon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in eVerify.