Flag Football Official (Part-Time)

Jimmy Jazz; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Staff Membership

Discounted Family Membership

Employee Program Rewards and Discounts

Paid Sick Leave (after 90 days)

Retirement Contribution Options

Job summary

Valley of the Sun YMCA is seeking a part-time sports official to officiate flag football games according to league rules and YMCA guidelines. You will enforce rules, manage game flow, and prioritize player safety while maintaining professionalism and clear communication with players, coaches, parents and YMCA staff.

Responsibilities include handling penalties, reporting incidents, and arriving prepared in proper attire.

Qualifications

• CPR must be current.
• 21 years of age or older.
• First aid certification must be current.
• Six months minimum refereeing experience.
• Up-to-date knowledge of YMCA guidelines for the league.

Responsibilities

• Enforce YMCA flag football rules consistently, fairly and confidentiality.
• Control the pace and flow of the game while keeping games on schedule.
• Prioritize athlete safety and address unsafe play or conditions immediately.
• Promote respect, teamwork, positive behavior and good sportsmanship.
• Identify and communicate penalties, violations, scoring, possession and other game situations.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with players, coaches, parents and YMCA staff.
• Create a positive, encouraging and age-appropriate environment for young athletes.
• Handle disagreements calmly and professionally and involve YMCA staff when necesssary.
• Arrive on time, prepared, properly dressed and familiar with assigned league rules.
• Report injuries, behavioral concerns, ejections or other significant incidents to YMCA staff.
• Represent the YMCA positively and follow all YMCA policies, procedures and Code of Conduct expectations.
• Work collaboratively with fellow officials, coaches and Sports Department staff to ensure a successful game experience.

Skills

Refereeing experience

YMCA guidelines knowledge

CPR certification

Education

First aid certification

CPR certification

Job description

Valley of the Sun YMCA is seeking a part-time sports official to officiate flag football games according to league rules and YMCA guidelines. You will enforce rules, manage game flow, and prioritize player safety while maintaining professionalism and clear communication with players, coaches, parents and YMCA staff.

Responsibilities include handling penalties, reporting incidents, and arriving prepared in proper attire.