Specialized Sports Official (PT)

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and the Town may change these duties at any time.

• Officiates assigned specialized sporting events games or competitions with fairness and respect for all players and spectators to maintain standards of play and to enforce all game rules.

• Maintains a safe and fun environment for all involved during league play; promotes positive sportsmanship.

• Judges performances in sporting competitions in order to award points impose scoring penalties and determine results.

• Arrives before the start of the scheduled event; starts games on time.

• Conducts inspections of sporting equipment participants and field conditions to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations.

• Verifies game scores with the onsite Sports Supervisor.

• Resolves claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants and assesses any necessary penalties; reports complaints made and actions taken or needed to the Sports Coordinator(s).

• Performs Disciplinary actions such as ejections for participants who violate the Towns Behavioral Policies; assists in writing incident reports for injuries and player behavior.

The requirements listed below are representative of the education experience certification and/or licensure . An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.

Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age. Requiresthree (3) years of experience officiating higher-level competitive leagues or specialized sport(s) experience as a player coach instructor and/or official.

Eighteen (18) years of age is preferred for officiating adult and specialized sports including but not limited to lacrosse and inline hockey.

Sport-specific official and/or coaching certifications are preferred.

Concussion recognition training is required within ninety (90) days of hire and must be renewed annually.

Employment Standards

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability .

• Knowledge of relevant town state and federal laws regulations and policies.

• Knowledge of principles practices and techniques used in recreational sporting events.

• Knowledge of the Town of Parkers adapted rules and regulations to each specific sport.

• Skill in verbal and written communication.

• Ability to execute and explain proper calls and rule judgment on command.

• Ability to accept and respond to criticism.

• Ability to manage conflict regularly and effectively. This includes managing participants team captains volunteer coaches and spectators under difficult game situations.

• Ability to issue clear concise verbal and/or written instructions and reports.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers team participants community organizations and the public.

• Ability to work irregular hours including evenings weekends and holidays.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.