Weekend Youth Sports Referee

i9 Sports - Aspen Management; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

i9 Sports is seeking Weekend Youth Sports Referees to join our team in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, NM. You will officiate youth leagues, enforce the rulebook, and foster a fun, safe environment across rotating venues.

This part-time role requires weekend availability for the season (about 7 weeks) and reliable transportation. Starting pay is $12.00 per hour, with compensation covering pre-game setup, active game management, and post-game breakdown.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of officiating, playing, or coaching in one of the offered sports.
• Excellent communication to interact with players, coaches, and spectators.
• Reliable transportation to work.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to handle various situations to ensure player safety.
• Positive attitude and ability to build professional relationships.
• Weekend and some evenings availability for the full season (about 7 weeks).

Responsibilities

• Understand and enforce the i9 Sports rulebook for assigned sport(s).
• Teach core concepts, including sportsmanship values.
• Set up and break down game/practice equipment.
• Keep time and score during games.
• Provide superior customer service to players, coaches, and spectators.
• Assist volunteer coaches during practice sessions.

Skills

Officiating

Sports knowledge

Communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Starting Pay Rate:

$12.00 per hour (First Season Rate)

Job Type:

Part-Time (Weekend Shifts)

Job Location:

Albuquerque & Rio Rancho, NM (Rotating Seasonal Venues)

Job Summary

Join our team as a Weekend Youth Sports Referee and play a critical role across our various athletic programs. Because we run a consistent variety of youth sports year-round, we are looking for versatile officials who can cover one or more of our leagues. As an Official, you will enforce rules, cultivate a positive culture, and act as an on-field/on-court coach, advocating for our programs. Your contribution directly impacts players, coaches, and spectators, making each game day a memorable experience.

Sports We Offer

Please indicate your experience and interest in any of the following when applying:

• Flag Football
• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Basketball
• Baseball / T-Ball

Regional Details

Our programs rotate seasonally to utilize the best athletic facilities in the area. This position requires travel to our rotating venues across:

• Albuquerque and Rio Rancho Assignment locations vary by season. Reliable transportation to facilities within these cities is required.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly understand and enforce the i9 Sports rulebook for your assigned sport(s), ensuring a fun, educational, and safe environment for all players.
• Teach and demonstrate core concepts, including sportsmanship values.
• Set up and break down game/practice field equipment.
• Keep time and score during the game, managing an age-appropriate level of instruction and competition.
• Consistently demonstrate a positive attitude and provide superior customer service.
• Assist volunteer coaches during practice sessions, conducting drills, and answering any questions they may have.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with players, coaches, and spectators.
• Reliable transportation to and from the workplace.
• Minimum of 2 years of officiating, playing, or coaching experience in at least one of our offered sports (multi-sport experience is highly preferred).
• Highly motivated self-starter who can work independently and solve problems.
• Demonstrated awareness and ability to take charge of any situation to ensure player safety.
• Positive attitude and strong ability to build professional relationships.
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including weekends and some evenings, for the full duration of the season (approximately 7 weeks).
• Must have a smartphone with internet capability.

Compensation for this role is based on an hourly structure, starting at $12.00 per hour for your first season. This structure guarantees you are compensated for your time on the field/court, including pre-game setup, active game management, and post-game breakdown during your scheduled shifts.