Youth Games Official

About the role

The Parks & Recreation Youth Sports program is oriented toward providing a healthy recreational and social learning experience for children. Fun and sportsmanship are emphasized rather than competitive attitudes. Our team seeks to provide the best possible experience for children in our programs.

Responsibilities

• Referee youth sports programs: indoor and outdoor soccer, youth basketball, and youth volleyball, dependent on season
• Help Recreation Coordinator with the Start Smart Sports program
• Keep score for older youth age divisions
• Demonstrate good customer service skills
• Ensure players follow the rules of the game
• Review rules and regulations to ensure the game is conducted properly
• Ensure the safety of all participants by watching for unsafe behavior; enforce league rules; and stop play when behavior of the players or conditions are unsafe
• Explain calls to youth players and explain rules to coaches

Requirements

• Not less than 14 years of age at time of appointment
• Prior experience in basketball, soccer and/or volleyball as a scorekeeper, official, coach or player

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the rules is helpful, but not required

Skills

• Knowledge of how a game flows
• Basic rules that control a game
• Able to make decisions and stand by them
• Punctual
• Solid understanding of timekeeping

Benefits

• This is a great first job for young people who like to play sports, enjoy teaching kids and like being outside
• Parks & Recreation is a supportive department that enjoys working with the diverse population of Juneau

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Typical working hours are Saturdays, 9:00am-3:00pm at various fields or gyms, with the occasional weeknight game or Start Smart session.

Hiring Manager Contact Info

Hiring Manager: Amanda Lovejoy
Phone Number: 907-586-2635
Email: amanda.lovejoy@juneau.gov