Certified Umpire {Seasonal} (Job ID: 13-2026-04)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

The City of Independence's Parks & Recreation Department is looking for seasonal certified umpires to work during the season for players aged 10 through 18 years old. The season commences in May and lasts through July.

Duties and Responsibilities:

As a Certified Seasonal Umpire at The City of Independence, Ohio, you will play a crucial role in ensuring fair play and sportsmanship on the field. You will have the opportunity to interact with players and coaches, keeping track of event times and making split-second decisions to regulate play effectively. Enforcing the rules of the game and assessing penalties, when necessary, will be key responsibilities in maintaining a competitive yet respectful atmosphere. Your ability to settle claims of infractions or complaints by participants will contribute to creating a positive and enjoyable experience for all involved. If you are a quick thinker with a passion for sports and a strong sense of fairness, this role is perfect for you.

Necessary Competencies :

• Thorough and elevated understanding and knowledge of applicable game rules and regulations,
• Excellent problem-solving and negotiation skills,
• Strong communication skills,
• Ability to make quick and sound decisions,
• Ability to perform and act professionally under pressure,
• Ability to act with integrity and accuracy,
• Excellent time management and basic math skills.
• Due to the elevated nature of competition at this level, must display level-headedness and control during tense and or stressful situations with players, coaches, parents and community members.

Requirements:

Experience:

• Candidate must currently be a Certified Umpire or be willing and able to become certified.
• Candidates with their own umpiring equipment will be preferred candidates.

Education:

• Must have a High School Diploma with a minimum age of 18 years old to be considered.

Additional Requirements:

• Umpires are prohibited from driving City of Independence owned vehicles, or operating City of Independence equipment of any kind.
• While umpires are not required to have a State of Ohio Driver's License, they are required to ensure that they arrive for their scheduled work hours on-time and will be subject to standard time and attendance policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work both evenings and weekends.
• Must be flexible with scheduling due to possible weather delays and other environmental variables.

Physical Demands:

• Umpires must be able to see, speak, and hear clearly.
• Umpires must be able to stand, walk, squat, kneel, jog, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms.
• Umpires will be required to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds when necessary.
• Umpires must be capable of working in an outdoor environment under standard Ohio weather conditions.

Salary Information:

• The pay range for the Seasonal Umpire role is $75.00 per game.

Americans with Disabilities Act:

• The City of Independence is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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The City of Independence is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. This position is an "at will" position, and the successful candidate serves at the pleasure of the City of Independence, Ohio leadership.