Youth Sports Referee

Overview

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary

This is an On-site, Part-Time Position Officiate a variety of sports programs for youth and teens. Create a safe, enjoyable, positive and inclusive environment that welcomes people of all skill and activity levels. Provide a quality experience to participants and families.

Responsibilities

• Officiates games in accordance with YMCA rules and guidelines.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Develops positive relationships with participants.
• Sets up and takes down equipment.
• Reports any equipment needs.
• Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 16 years of age or older.
• Knowledge of the sport.
• Familiarity with YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with participants.
• Experience in officiating preferred.
• Experience setting up and taking down equipment.
• Ability to report any equipment needs.
• Attendance at staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
• Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Other duties assigned.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements. Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

At Hire, or Early Possible Training (but no later than 90 days after employment)

• Preferred qualifications: Knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
• You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:
• Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.
• Are very adaptable.
• Have high ownership and strong work ethic.
• Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.
• Truly enjoy being of service to people.
• Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together.
• Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.

Seattle Y Mission Statement

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

Seattle Y Values

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence