Adult Volleyball Referee

About the role

The City of Durango Parks and Recreation Department is seeking Adult Volleyball Referees to officiate league and tournament matches. Positions are available for both certified and non-certified officials.

Responsibilities

• Officiate adult volleyball matches for league and tournament play, applying current rules and officiating practices consistently
• Attend preseason in-service training and stay current on volleyball rules, rule changes, and officiating information
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to complete all assigned game-day responsibilities
• Meet with team captains before matches to review ground rules, unusual circumstances, and any facility hazards
• Maintain strong awareness of player safety, court conditions, and match activity
• Communicate clearly and professionally, including when addressing disagreements or concerns
• Work effectively with other officials and Parks and Recreation staff
• Remain impartial and consistent when making decisions during matches

Requirements

• Knowledge of volleyball rules, gameplay, and officiating techniques
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to communicate clearly, courteously, and effectively with players, team captains, other officials, and Parks and Recreation staff
• Previous officiating experience is preferred
• Volleyball referee or official certification is preferred, but not required

Qualifications

• Knowledge of volleyball rules, gameplay, and officiating techniques
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to communicate clearly, courteously, and effectively with players, team captains, other officials, and Parks and Recreation staff
• Previous officiating experience is preferred
• Volleyball referee or official certification is preferred, but not required

Skills

• Knowledge of volleyball rules, gameplay, and officiating techniques
• Ability to communicate clearly, courteously, and effectively with players, team captains, other officials, and Parks and Recreation staff
• Previous officiating experience is preferred
• Volleyball referee or official certification is preferred, but not required

Benefits

• Free pass to the Durango Community Recreation Center and Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area
• Free Transit pass
• Eligibility to participate in the City’s Annual Wellness Challenge and a chance to receive prizes and cash rewards

Pay

• Non-Certified Adult Volleyball Referee: Starting at $18.00/hour
• Certified Adult Volleyball Referee: Starting at $22.00/hour

Schedule

• Part-time and seasonal positions available