What are the responsibilities and job description for the Soccer Referee (East Communities) position at Greater Austin YMCA?
At the Greater Austin YMCA, youth sports build character, teamwork, and confidence. As a Youth Sports Referee, you’ll ensure a safe, fair, and fun experience in soccer. Games are on Saturdays, with evening hours during the week for training and prep. This is a seasonal position, from March 29 to May 24.
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How You Impact The Y
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Join our team, make an impact, and enjoy a free YMCA membership! Apply today!
How You Impact The Y
- Interpret and enforce the rules of the game according to YMCA Youth/Adults Sports philosophy.
- Attend all Sports staff meetings as required.
- Render first aid as needed and complete and fill out the required documentation.
- Arrive at the game site 30 minutes prior to the game.
- Assist facility supervisor in setting up and taking down fields/courts.
- Distribute information or equipment as requested by the facility supervisor.
- Check the play area for hazards prior to the start of each game.
- Enforce any rules specified for the use of the facilities as needed.
- Promote the YMCA's character values, mission, wellness philosophy, and role in the community.
- Lead by example the Y's mission, vision, and values with program participants, members, staff, and guests.
- Become an Ambassador of the Y's work and culture by being the ultimate storyteller of who we are as an organization and brand.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
- Minimum age of 16 years old.
- Previous experience officiating sports events is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of sports rules and regulations.
- Current CPR and First Aid certifications which must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude and you can work well with others.
- Foster a culture of inclusion and belonging.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and occasionally lift and/or move items, including equipment, furniture, and/or children. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
