City of Salina, Kansas
Temporary: (Athletics) Soccer Official
City of Salina, Kansas, Salina, Kansas, United States, 67401
Temporary: (Athletics) Soccer Official
GR:
N/A
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Department:
Parks & Recreation (Temporary/Seasonal)
Division:
Athletics
Reports To:
Assigned Supervisor
Approved:
01/07/2026
Job Code:
PR (Fieldhouse)
Description Part-Time · Intermittent
The role of a Soccer Official position offers an exciting & challenging opportunity to preside over soccer games, ensuring that the thrill of the sport remains both safe & fair for everyone involved. It adds immense value by fostering an environment where young players learn teamwork, sportsmanship, & perseverance while interacting with the local community. This role is not just about officiating; it's about being a pivotal part of Salina's community spirit, encouraging active lifestyles & uniting residents through the love of soccer.
Duties
Presides over soccer games & enforces the rules at recreational or competitive events.
Maintains concentration on the game & reacts quickly to rule violations.
Keeps track of time & calls for halftime or other breaks in play.
Ensures the field is safe for play, including checking for holes, ruts, or other hazards.
Ensures all players are familiar with the rules and enforces penalties for violations.
Calls fouls & misconduct on players, coaches, or spectators.
Assigns penalties for infractions, misconduct, & injuries, as needed.
Determines whether a kick should be retaken due to an infraction such as an offside violation or an illegal kick.
Determines whether a goal has been scored, whether there was a violation on the play, & signals a score or a violation.
Recognizes when an injury requires a player to be removed from the field or when a player appears to be in pain but can continue playing.
Makes calls regarding whose ball it is when the ball goes out of bounds as well as offside.
Uses a flag or hand gesture to signal calls such as offside & possession of the ball.
Administers basic first aid, if needed.
Responds in emergency situations within scope of training.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Education
Eighth grade graduate.
CPR & First Aid certifications desired.
Experience
Knowledgeable in the game of soccer.
Previous officiating experience & working with children preferred, but not required.
Requirements
Must be fourteen (14) years of age or older.
This is a non-driving position.
Pay DOQ $24.00-28.00/game.
Supervisor
Amy Wyatt, Recreation Supervisor
Email: amy.wyatt@salina.org
Telephone Number: 785-833-8175
Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace We consider applicants for all jobs without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department at 785-309-5710.
ADA Notice For needed accommodations, please call 785-309-5745 Office or 785-309-5747 TDD Number between the hours of 8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Every effort will be made to accommodate known disabilities. For material or speech access, please call at least 5 working days prior to the event.
TH 01/22/2026
City of Salina Human Resources Department City/County Building 300 W. Ash Street, Room 200 Salina, KS 67401
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N/A
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Department:
Parks & Recreation (Temporary/Seasonal)
Division:
Athletics
Reports To:
Assigned Supervisor
Approved:
01/07/2026
Job Code:
PR (Fieldhouse)
Description Part-Time · Intermittent
The role of a Soccer Official position offers an exciting & challenging opportunity to preside over soccer games, ensuring that the thrill of the sport remains both safe & fair for everyone involved. It adds immense value by fostering an environment where young players learn teamwork, sportsmanship, & perseverance while interacting with the local community. This role is not just about officiating; it's about being a pivotal part of Salina's community spirit, encouraging active lifestyles & uniting residents through the love of soccer.
Duties
Presides over soccer games & enforces the rules at recreational or competitive events.
Maintains concentration on the game & reacts quickly to rule violations.
Keeps track of time & calls for halftime or other breaks in play.
Ensures the field is safe for play, including checking for holes, ruts, or other hazards.
Ensures all players are familiar with the rules and enforces penalties for violations.
Calls fouls & misconduct on players, coaches, or spectators.
Assigns penalties for infractions, misconduct, & injuries, as needed.
Determines whether a kick should be retaken due to an infraction such as an offside violation or an illegal kick.
Determines whether a goal has been scored, whether there was a violation on the play, & signals a score or a violation.
Recognizes when an injury requires a player to be removed from the field or when a player appears to be in pain but can continue playing.
Makes calls regarding whose ball it is when the ball goes out of bounds as well as offside.
Uses a flag or hand gesture to signal calls such as offside & possession of the ball.
Administers basic first aid, if needed.
Responds in emergency situations within scope of training.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Education
Eighth grade graduate.
CPR & First Aid certifications desired.
Experience
Knowledgeable in the game of soccer.
Previous officiating experience & working with children preferred, but not required.
Requirements
Must be fourteen (14) years of age or older.
This is a non-driving position.
Pay DOQ $24.00-28.00/game.
Supervisor
Amy Wyatt, Recreation Supervisor
Email: amy.wyatt@salina.org
Telephone Number: 785-833-8175
Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace We consider applicants for all jobs without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department at 785-309-5710.
ADA Notice For needed accommodations, please call 785-309-5745 Office or 785-309-5747 TDD Number between the hours of 8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Every effort will be made to accommodate known disabilities. For material or speech access, please call at least 5 working days prior to the event.
TH 01/22/2026
City of Salina Human Resources Department City/County Building 300 W. Ash Street, Room 200 Salina, KS 67401
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