Youth Soccer Coach

Soccer Officials Needed For Fall Youth Soccer Leagues The City of Shoreview is now hiring soccer officials for our fall youth soccer leagues. Our leagues focus on learning the basic skills, fundamentals, and rules of soccer. Our program works to improve participants' skill level in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Teams are coached by volunteers and scores/standings are not kept for these games. Games are played at various parks in Shoreview and the neighboring cities of Arden Hills, Fridley, Mounds View, or New Brighton. Officials hired for this position will only officiate games played at fields located in Shoreview. Fall Leagues League divisions range between Grades Pre-K - 6. Games are played on Saturday mornings and will run September 12 - October 17. Games are scheduled to last around one hour and start at 9 am, 10:15 am, and 11:30 am. Duties Include Officiate games as assigned using the modified rules established for each age group. Arrive 15 minutes prior to game time to check-in with the teams/coaches, and check the equipment and field. Start games on time. Tactfully communicate with players, coaches, and parents/spectators. Explain fouls and penalties to players. Have the teams line up and shake hands at the end of the game. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Age 15 or older General knowledge of soccer rules Good interpersonal skills CPR/First Aid/AED and concussion training (will be provided post-hiring if needed) Desired Qualifications: Previous officiating experience Prior playing experience Accreditation from a nationally recognized soccer referee certification organization (e.g. U.S. Soccer Federation) Other Hours Fall League (September - October) Saturdays, 8:45am - 12:45pm, 2-4 hours/week Deadline: Open until filled *** Free Community Center Membership *** Physical Demands: Employee frequently stands, walks, jogs, and runs while officiating youth soccer games for Pre-K through Grade 6 participants. Position requires visual focus, quick directional changes, and work on grass or turf fields. Duties include bending, reaching, and setting up or checking equipment. Employee may occasionally lift or carry up to 25 lbs. Environmental Conditions: Work is performed outdoors at Shoreview athletic fields with exposure to sun, rain, wind, humidity, and varying temperatures. Summer games occur weekday evenings JuneJuly; fall games occur Saturday mornings SeptemberOctober. Evening and weekend hours are required. Hazards are moderate and typical of youth sports officiating. The City of Shoreview is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations are offered to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.