Youth Sports Referee

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:  Referee                                   

FLSA Status:  Non-exempt

Position Type: Part-time                          

Reports To: Senior Programs Director

Part-Time Benefits: 

• Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years)
• Paid time off (Accrue 1 hour of paid time off for every30hours worked)
• Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y
• Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller 
• Team member referral program
• Employee engagement and appreciation activities
• Employee assistance program
• Growth and development opportunities
• Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged

Summary/Objective

Under the direction of the Program Director and in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Lake Superior YMCA, a referee is responsible for the health, safety, and welfare of each child/adult enrolled in the sports programs. They will create a safe and positive environment that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe conditions in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. 

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine:  we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing:  we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Essential Functions

• Model, teach, and incorporate the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
• Interact with participants in a positive manner at all times and get to know members on a first name basis. Develop meaningful relationships with youth, adults, and other YMCA Staff.
• Maintain a friendly atmosphere and encourage good sportsmanship while supervising and reinforcing YMCA practices.
• Do not accept gifts from parents, players, coaches, or volunteers. (unless leftover snacks)
• Arrives at a time designated for preparation of sporting event, wearing staff attire to be easily identified by participants.
• Provide customer service to fulfill the needs of the participants, coaches, parents, and volunteers as well as using teachable moments as often as possible during the course of the programming.
• Be responsible for safety of the participants and never leave a program unsupervised. Complete and turn in all accident/incident reports immediately to your supervisor.
• Set up and tear down the necessary sports equipment needed for the game while maintaining a clean and safe work site assisting the custodial staff as needed.
• Provide an encouraging, organized, and quality environment for coaches, participants, volunteers, and parents.
• Read, understand, and follow all rules, guidelines, and policies that have been developed for the YMCA league as well as enforce the rules using whistle and verbal communication.
• Provide direct supervision to program participants at all times and ensure a safe environment. If a hazardous situation occurs, he/she will act swiftly to correct the situation while demonstrating professionalism in executing tasks.
• Understand and follow all safety rules and regulations including knowledge of emergency procedures and location of emergency equipment.
• Attend all in-service trainings and staff meetings.

YMCA Competencies

• Values: Accept and demonstrate the Y’s values 
• Community: Desire to serve others and fulfill community needs 
• Inclusion: Work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions 
• Relationships: Build rapport and relate well with others 
• Developing Others: Take the initiative to assist in developing others 
• Decision-Making: Make sound judgments, and transfer learning from one situation to another 

Supervisory Responsibility 

This position will not have any supervisory roles. This position will follow federal and state Department of Labor Laws. This position will always be scheduled to work with a person over the age of 18.

Work Environment

The work environment for this position may have high noise levels at times. This position could be outdoors or indoors. Outdoor weather elements may vary at times and walking conditions may be uneven. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Position Type/Expected Work Hours

This is a part time position. Hours will depend on the season and activity/league running at that time.   

Required Qualifications/Experience

• Minimum age of 15 years old and enrolled in High School and working towards a diploma.
• Knowledge of the sport and basic understanding of the rules of the sport.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership and show enthusiasm on the court or field.
• Friendly, outgoing, and have a clear understanding of the YMCA’s Mission Statement.
• Experience working with children and adults, participating in sports, and, preferably, officiating.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire if not currently certified.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be able to successfully pass a background check.

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

EEO Statement

The Lake Superior YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absences, compensation and training.