OFF ICE OFFICIAL
Athens Rock Lobsters Off-Ice Officials play an important role in every home game, tracking the details that become part of the official game record. Assignments may include keeping the official score, operating the game clock, tracking penalties and statistics, or serving as a goal judge.
About the role
The Off-Ice Official supports the accurate administration and documentation of home games in accordance with applicable league rules and requirements. Working from the scorer’s box, penalty box, or other designated game operations areas, this position performs assigned officiating functions that may include official scoring, game clock operation, penalty box administration, goal judging, and statistical tracking. The role requires accuracy, objectivity, and consistent attention throughout live game play.
Responsibilities
- Perform specific off-ice official duties including Official Scorer, Game Clock Operator, Penalty Box Attendant, Goal Judge, and Shot/Stat Tracker.
- Accurately record goals, assists, penalties, shots on goal, plus/minus, and time-on-ice in full compliance with league regulations.
- Coordinate seamlessly with on-ice referee crews, linesmen, league stat operators, and visiting team staff during games.
- Verify official game stats post-game with referees and submit official scoresheets to league representatives.
Requirements
- Deep understanding of professional hockey rules, terminology, timing, and statistics.
- High level of focus, composure, and strict objectivity during high-intensity live game situations.
- Previous experience in hockey officiating, scorekeeping, or high-level athletics administration highly desired.
- Must have reliable transportation and 100% commitment to required home game dates (evenings and weekends).