Sports Official

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Bonner Springs (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to officiate local sports leagues. This seasonal role involves ensuring fair play and safety during games while providing excellent customer service to participants and spectators. Ideal candidates will have a passion for sports, the ability to communicate effectively, and a commitment to upholding league rules and regulations. Join a vibrant community and play a vital role in promoting sportsmanship and recreation in Bonner Springs. If you enjoy being active and engaging with the community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Ability to establish rapport with spectators, coaches, and players.
• Knowledge of sports rules and ability to enforce them consistently.

Responsibilities

• Officiate sports leagues in accordance with league rules.
• Provide exceptional customer service during games.
• Communicate effectively with scorekeepers and supervisors.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Knowledge of sports rules

Ability to enforce rules

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Whistle

Athletic shoes

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bonner Springs, KS

Position Type: Seasonal

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Government

Description

General Definition of Work

Under the supervision of the recreation coordinator, this position will perform duties associated with officiating various recreation leagues in a fair and consistent manner in accordance with the Bonner Springs Parks and Recreation league rules and regulations pertaining to offered sport programs.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

1. Officiate Bonner Springs Parks and Rec sports leagues.
2. Be familiar with and enforce league rules and regulations.
3. Assure the games are played in a fair and safe manner.
4. Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
5. Comply with and promote safe practices in agreement with the safety rules and procedures.
6. Communicate game situations to scorekeepers, timers and field/court supervisors.
7. Ability to administer rules in a fair and consistent manner.
8. Ability to report on time for all scheduled games.
9. Ability to work at least three (3) games in succession.
10. Ability to work a flexible schedule with weekend and evening work required.
11. Perform other duties deemed necessary and assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

An ability to establish a positive rapport with all spectators, coaches, players, and staff; an ability to effectively communicate with all spectators, coaches, players, and staff; must have the ability to read and write; the ability to be committed to the mission, vision, and strategic direction of the City of Bonner Springs; ability to obey and comply with all City ordinances and policies.

Education and Experience

Previous sports officiating experience is preferred but not necessary. General knowledge in the sport contracted to officiate for is preferred.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a recreation setting. Must be able to walk, stand, run, hear, and speak in order to perform essential duties as an official. The independent contractor works indoors and outdoors at a variety of playing sites throughout the BSPR service area. While performing the duties of the job, this position is occasionally exposed to wet and/or hot and humid conditions.

Special Requirements

Be able to provide an appropriate whistle and athletic shoes. Must be 15 years of age.