YOUTH SPORTS OFFICIAL/SITE LEAD

NOTICE: This is an ongoing opening applicants will be contacted based on need and current openings per sport season

Job Summary

This is a seasonal position working under the direction of the Parks and Programs Manager. Responsible for supervision and officiating of youth sports games, help with field preparation and cleanup and control of the overall game site. Assists the Programs Manager as needed. Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Referee all sporting events according to the rules set forth
• Assist participants, respond to questions or concerns
• Maintains a safe and positive work environment at all times
• Give leadership to youth on the playing field
• Enforce all rules for the specific sport, as well as all Parks and Recreation rules and philosophies
• Keep current on all schedule changes
• Maintain regular communication with the Programs manager
• Notify Programs manager of problems and concerns regarding facilities, coaches, participants, and/or spectators
• Notify Programs manager of needed supplies and equipment
• Field/Court set-up and clean-up
• Respond to all emergencies in a prompt manner
• Attend all trainings and meetings relating to the position
• Maintain a courteous, friendly attitude and be a positive role model
• Be advocates promoting health and safety in the workplace

Knowledge

• Strong background in the specific sport, referee experience preferred
• Knowledge of designated sport and department rules
• Knowledge of standard safety practices
• Knowledge of department policies and procedures

Skills

• Skill in using common tools, equipment and materials specific to a sport.
• Strong oral and communication skills

Abilities

• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and coaches

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.)

Qualifications

• Must be at least 14 years of age
• Experience playing or refereeing a variety of sports preferred
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends (Saturdays)

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This is a seasonal position that is paid through a contract agreement
• Applicants for this position must have a flexible schedule as the hours will vary based on program needs
• Potential shifts include evenings during the week 4:30pm to 9:30pm and Saturdays 7:00am to 3:00pm

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, talk, hear, read, and write. This position requires an employee to walk or run. He/she may periodically need to reach, stoop, crouch, or kneel. Employee may be asked to lift/carry and/or move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

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.

Pueblo West Metropolitan District is an Equal Opportunity Employer