Sports Official - Adult Volleyball

City-of-Boulder,-C; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Boulder seeks part-time officials to referee adult, youth, and co-ed leagues. You will ensure a safe environment, enforce policies, and communicate with staff and players. Responsibilities include incident logging, equipment checks, and calm decision-making during emergencies.

Applicants should have strong guest service, English proficiency, and knowledge of sports rules. A background check is required and trainings are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to provide excellent guest service to participants.
• English speaking/writing ability required; enforce rules clearly and safely.
• Ability to work under pressure and attend trainings.
• Must be 18 years or older and pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Officiates league games for adult, youth, or co-ed leagues.
• Maintains a safe and secure environment for participants.
• Interacts with officials, supervisors, and players; logs incidents.
• Manages equipment and communicates effectively to mediate disputes.
• Stays calm in emergencies and makes sound judgments.

Skills

Guest service

Effective communication

Conflict resolution

Decision making under pressure

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Sports officiating knowledge

Interpersonal relations

Education

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

CPR/ AED, First Aid certification

Job description

It’s a great time to join the City of Boulder!Application Deadline:November 3, 2026Compensation Details:Full Pay Range19.20 - 26.87Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a part-time hourly position.Scheduled Weekly Hours:10Benefit Eligibility Group:Confirm with the Hiring ManagerLocate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the Employee Benefit Eligibility document to identify the benefits offered for this job.Job Description Summary:Under limited supervision, officiates and supervises the adult men's, women's, or co-ed recreational games and leagues.Job Description:ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMaintains a safe and secure environment for all participants.Uses appropriate disciplinary techniques with participants and logs all incidents.Interacts and communicates effectively with other officials, facility supervisor, program coordinator, participants, and other employees.Accounts for equipment.Remains composed in emergency situations and makes sound judgment decisions during emergency and non-emergency situations.Officiates league games.Maintains a professional manner while on duty, and mediate disputes calmly and professionally.Attends all trainings.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAbility to provide excellent guest service to participants.Ability to communicate effectively when enforcing policies, rules and regulations.Ability to work under pressure.Ability to demonstrate promptness.Ability to attend all necessary trainings.Ability to speak, write, and understand English.Ability to evaluate conditions in assigned area and make judgments related to safety.Ability to demonstrate a clean and neat appearance.Knowledge of sports including rules, skills, concepts, and game play.Skills in effective interpersonal relations, including conflict resolution.Must be 18 years of age or older.Must successfully pass a background check before first day of work and maintain acceptable screening.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of City of Boulder rules specific to sport being officiated.Knowledge of injury prevention & treatment.Previous officiating experience.CPR/ AED, First Aid certification.Formal training as an official.MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh School diploma, GED, or equivalent.One (1) to two (2) years of experience working in customer service.Previous experience as a participant in an organized sports program.SUPERVISIONSupervision Received: Program SupervisorSupervision Exercised: NoneWORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTSPhysical and Mental Effort: Must have sufficient strength, agility, stamina, and flexibility to lift, carry or move a variety of objects up to 50 lbs. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permits the employee to communicate effectively in person. Sufficient vision or other powers of observation that permits the employee to review, evaluate and make quick decisions in high-pressure situations. Sufficient manual dexterity permits the employee to use their hands to make physical signals, use hand tools and remotes. Must have sufficient mobility to officiate kickball games including, running, crouching, jumping, bending, yelling, mechanics, etc. Ability to work under stress from public contact and changing priorities and conditions.Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments.Machines and Equipment Used: Some sports equipment, including but not limited to: Kickballs, softballs, volleyballs, dodgeballs, rakes, shovels, and remotes general sports related equipment.As part of the City of Boulder’s commitment to a future with equitable access to health, prosperity, and fulfillment that is not limited by a person’s race, ethnicity, age, gender, ability, religion, sexuality, or socioeconomic status, it is the city’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all individuals. The city does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or policy.