Contract Referee

About the Organization

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building. As one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving Atlanta, we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state. Each year, we provide:

• High-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning for over 3,000 children ages 6 weeks through Pre-K.
• Access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities for 58,000 youth and teens.
• Programs, services, and facilities for over 200,000 members to maintain wellness and connection regardless of age.
• Engagement for over 25,000 volunteers and donors supporting their communities.

About the Role

Under the supervision and guidance of the Sports Director or Coordinator, the Contract Referee officiates youth, teen, or adult sporting events including baseball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and others. This position requires monitoring play, ensuring the safety of all coaches and participants, and signing an independent contractor agreement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Enforce the rules of the games for all players and coaches.
• Officiate events according to the general rules of the sport and any rules specific to the YMCA of Metro Atlanta.
• Inspect equipment and/or participants to ensure safety standards are met.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality, showing up to scheduled games on time and staying for the duration unless prior arrangements are made.
• Perform duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values, and objectives established by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols, Member Services Guidelines, and Non-Negotiables.
• Emphasize member service, program knowledge, member/staff safety, and communication with members and staff.
• Implement YMCA safety protocols related to branch operations.
• Immediately report problems, inappropriate situations, or behaviors to the Sports Monitor and/or Director.
• Respond to safety and emergency situations and maintain/report accurate incident/accident forms.
• Address concerns, answer questions, and interact with coaches, players, and parents in a calm, fair, and professional manner.

Requirements

• Exemplify and accept YMCA values, ideals, leadership qualities, and professional image.
• Maintain required knowledge and certifications for the position and complete all necessary training.
• Possess an eye for detail, quick decision-making skills, and the ability to recognize and remedy hazardous/dangerous situations.
• Demonstrate a high degree of interpersonal communication and conflict management skills to enforce rules and regulations tactfully.
• Dedicated to member safety and the mission/values of the YMCA of Metro Atlanta.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including standing for long periods, walking, running, crouching, kneeling, bending, twisting, and reaching.
• Must be available nights and weekends.
• Pass a criminal background check and drug screening.

Ergonomic requirements include running, bending, stooping, standing, lifting up to 25 pounds, seeing, verbal communication, and hearing.

Employment Requirements

• Pass a pre-employment background check, including criminal record check, drug screening, motor vehicle record (MVR), and reference check according to company policy.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

Benefits

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence.