What are the responsibilities and job description for the Soccer Referee (Southwest) 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.
