Staff Referee

Nature And Scope

Under the supervision and guidance of the Sports Director or Coordinator, the Staff Referee is responsible for officiating youth, teen or adult sporting events including, but not limited to: baseball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, etc. This position requires individuals to monitor play, ensure safety of all coaches and participants.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of children in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Ensure that the rules of the games are being followed by all players and coaches.
• Officiate events according to general rules of the sport as well as any rules specific to the YMCA of Metro Atlanta.
• Responsible for inspecting equipment and/or participants to ensure safety standards are met.
• Displays regular attendance and punctuality. Shows up to scheduled games on time and stays for the duration unless prior arrangements have been made with the supervisor.
• Must perform duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values, and objectives established by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols Including Member Services Guidelines, and Non-Negotiables.
• Emphasizes member service, program knowledge, member/staff safety, and communication with members and staff.
• Implements the YMCA safety protocol both related to COVID and branch operations.
• Immediately reports problems, inappropriate situations or behaviors to Sports Monitor and/or Director.
• Responds to safety and emergency situations and maintains/reports accurate incident/accident forms.
• Listens to concerns, answers questions and addresses 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 necessary for this position and complete all training deemed necessary by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta.
• Have an eye for detail, quick decision making and ability to recognize and remedy hazardous/dangerous situations.
• Dedicated to member safety and the mission/values of the YMCA of Metro Atlanta.
• Able to perform moderate physical activity that may include standing for long periods of time, walking, running, crouching, kneeling, bending, twisting and reaching.
• Must be available nights and weekends.

Ergonomic Requirements

• Essential physical requirements may include the ability to move about the workspace; position oneself as needed (e.g., bending, ); remain in a stationary position; lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and communicate and exchange information effectively through verbal, visual, and other means.

Employment and Benefits Package

The employment and benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc. The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence.

Employment Requirements

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening and motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company policy.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

Location

The job posting is subject to change at any time. The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we're looking for like-minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.