SALARY:
Starting at $18.79 per hour
SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, the Sports Official Youth is responsible for officiating and supervising youth sports leagues for children. This position ensures games are conducted in a safe, fair, and positive environment while promoting sportsmanship and youth development. Sports may include basketball, soccer, volleyball, flag football, kickball, baseball/softball, and additional sports as needed. Officials are expected to demonstrate professionalism, enforce rules, and communicate effectively with players, coaches, and parents.
ESSENTIALJOBFUNCTIONS:
- Officiate youth sports games and enforce league rules and safety guidelines.
- Monitor players conduct and maintain a positive, sportsmanlike environment.
- Conduct pre-game safety checks of fields and equipment.
- Communicate with coaches, parents, volunteers, and participants in a respectful and professional manner.
- Respond to minor injuries or incidents.
- Complete incident reports and submit documentation as required.
- Cancel or delay games due to unsafe conditions when necessary.
- Arrive on time in proper uniform with necessary officiating equipment.
MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge,SkillsandAbilitiesRequired:
- Knowledge of youth sports rules and officiating standards (e.g., basketball, soccer, flag football, volleyball).
- Knowledge of child safety practices and basic first aid procedures.
- Knowledge of department policies and youth development principles.
- Skill in using PC Software including current Microsoft Office Suite of applications.
- Skill in communicating professionally and tactfully with other city employees and the public by oral and written means.
- Skill with organization and attention to detail.
- Skill in officiating and managing youth sports games.
- Skill in communicating effectively with children, parents, and coaches.
- Skill in conflict resolution and maintaining a positive game environment.
- Skill in time management and multitasking during active events.
- Ability to interpret and enforce rules fairly and consistently.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure or emotional situations.
- Ability to work independently and make quick decisions.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and report incidents clearly.
- Ability to serve as a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship.
- Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization's policies.
- Ability to work independently under general instructions.
- Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to filing, pulling, seeing, sorting, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting body, typing, walking, and writing.
- Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, and copier.
- Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks.
- Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly.
- Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish unit objectives.
- Ability to understand mathematical calculations involving fractions, percentages, and decimals.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
Qualifying Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification in sport-specific rules (e.g., NFHS, FIFA, ASA, NIRSA)
- Experience officiating recreational youth sports
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING:
- Criminal background check
City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.