Eugene Family YMCA
Youth Sports Referee
Eugene Family YMCA
The Youth Sports Referee for the Eugene Family YMCA supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Referees are responsible for supervising Y basketball and soccer games and setting the tone of each game. Ensuring all basketball rules/guidelines are followed while also ensuring that youth are having fun. This position works closely with the Youth Sports Director.
This role typically requires availability on Saturdays, generally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., based on season, sport and business needs.
This is an evergreen role, meaning we are always accepting applications for this position due to ongoing hiring needs.
Responsibilities
Promote sporting ethics and conduct in Y games
Ensure a high level of customer service for all program participants, coaches and families
Maintain equipment needed for games (ie balls, scoreboards, whistles, tables, etc.)
Knowledge of sports rules
Reliably work assigned shifts
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the YMCA mission, values, purpose and goals
Address safety concerns for spectators and players
Enforce all YMCA safety and Code of Conduct guidelines
Complete all required trainings as assigned by supervisor by scheduled due date
Other duties as assigned
Must be at least 14 years of age
Baseline knowledge of the rules of the youth sport(s) being officiated at our Y
Preferred Qualifications
Four or more years of playing sport competitively (high school or college level)
Set 1 training for NFHS website related to sport (list available from Youth Sports Director)
OSAA Official
10+ years of OSAA experience
Professional Competencies
Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds
Excellent oral communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to demonstrate a friendly, courteous and professional manner while working with members and staff, and the ability to understand, articulate and enforce YMCA policies and procedures in a positive way
Capacity to de-escalate arguments and potential conflict
Skills
Communication (written and verbal)
Teamwork
Positive Attitude
InitiativeLeadership
Decision Making
Commitment
Empathy
Patience
Relationships
Participants Families/Guardian
Coaches and players
Youth Sports Director
Program and Clinic Staff
Referees and Scorekeepers
Facility Staff
Work Environment & Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to walk, run, stand, sit, kneel and get back to a standing position
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment, including the ability to navigate stairs
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities include close vision and distance vision
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
The employee may occasionally deal with confrontational community members or Y members
The employee may occasionally respond to assist at unusual hours of the day in order to work with a confrontational member
Compensation USD $15.87 - USD $23.81 /Hr.
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick time (for eligible employees)
Employer retirement contribution of 12% of earnings for employees with 2-year tenure
Voluntary 403b retirement savings account
Free Facility and Nationwide Membership for employee, significant other and dependents under the age of 24, living at same address
Generous discounts on various Y programming, including Health & Wellness, Swim, Tennis, Early Learning & After School programs and Summer Camp
Professional development resources, including free and/or discounted trainings and certifications (such as CPR/First Aid certification)
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Part-time
Job function Other
Industries Recreational Facilities
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The Youth Sports Referee for the Eugene Family YMCA supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Referees are responsible for supervising Y basketball and soccer games and setting the tone of each game. Ensuring all basketball rules/guidelines are followed while also ensuring that youth are having fun. This position works closely with the Youth Sports Director.
This role typically requires availability on Saturdays, generally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., based on season, sport and business needs.
This is an evergreen role, meaning we are always accepting applications for this position due to ongoing hiring needs.
Responsibilities
Promote sporting ethics and conduct in Y games
Ensure a high level of customer service for all program participants, coaches and families
Maintain equipment needed for games (ie balls, scoreboards, whistles, tables, etc.)
Knowledge of sports rules
Reliably work assigned shifts
Demonstrate a working knowledge of the YMCA mission, values, purpose and goals
Address safety concerns for spectators and players
Enforce all YMCA safety and Code of Conduct guidelines
Complete all required trainings as assigned by supervisor by scheduled due date
Other duties as assigned
Must be at least 14 years of age
Baseline knowledge of the rules of the youth sport(s) being officiated at our Y
Preferred Qualifications
Four or more years of playing sport competitively (high school or college level)
Set 1 training for NFHS website related to sport (list available from Youth Sports Director)
OSAA Official
10+ years of OSAA experience
Professional Competencies
Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds
Excellent oral communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to demonstrate a friendly, courteous and professional manner while working with members and staff, and the ability to understand, articulate and enforce YMCA policies and procedures in a positive way
Capacity to de-escalate arguments and potential conflict
Skills
Communication (written and verbal)
Teamwork
Positive Attitude
InitiativeLeadership
Decision Making
Commitment
Empathy
Patience
Relationships
Participants Families/Guardian
Coaches and players
Youth Sports Director
Program and Clinic Staff
Referees and Scorekeepers
Facility Staff
Work Environment & Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to walk, run, stand, sit, kneel and get back to a standing position
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment, including the ability to navigate stairs
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities include close vision and distance vision
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
The employee may occasionally deal with confrontational community members or Y members
The employee may occasionally respond to assist at unusual hours of the day in order to work with a confrontational member
Compensation USD $15.87 - USD $23.81 /Hr.
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick time (for eligible employees)
Employer retirement contribution of 12% of earnings for employees with 2-year tenure
Voluntary 403b retirement savings account
Free Facility and Nationwide Membership for employee, significant other and dependents under the age of 24, living at same address
Generous discounts on various Y programming, including Health & Wellness, Swim, Tennis, Early Learning & After School programs and Summer Camp
Professional development resources, including free and/or discounted trainings and certifications (such as CPR/First Aid certification)
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Part-time
Job function Other
Industries Recreational Facilities
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