Weekend Youth Volleyall Official

i9 Sports Corporation; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 8,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

A community-based sports organization in New Mexico seeks a Game Day Official to officiate youth sports games. Candidates should possess a positive attitude and experience with youth sports. Responsibilities include enforcing rules, mentoring players, and ensuring safe participation. Flexible weekend availability is essential. Join a team dedicated to creating a fun and supportive environment for young athletes.

Qualifications

• Prior experience officiating or playing youth sports is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are necessary.
• Available to work weekends throughout the season.
• Positive attitude and a passion for working with kids and families.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Available to work weekends throughout the season (4–8 hours on Saturdays and/or Sundays).
• Officiating certification is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Officiate games fairly and ensure safety of all participants.
• Engage with players and coaches in a positive manner.
• Assist with field or court setup and maintenance.
• Serve as a mentor and role model, especially for first-time players.
• Clearly explain rules to players and coaches to promote understanding and development.
• Collaborate with site leadership and other officials to ensure smooth operations.
• Assist with field or court setup, maintenance, and teardown.
• Represent i9 Sports in a professional and friendly manner with families and venue staff.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Knowledge of sports rules

Teamwork

Tools

Officiating certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

About i9 Sports

i9 Sports is a leading community-based organization committed to promoting a love for sports among youth. We focus on creating a fun, positive, and encouraging environment where kids can learn the fundamentals of various sports while building essential life skills such as teamwork, respect, and confidence.

Position Overview: Game Day Official (All Sports)

Join our team as a Weekend Official for i9 Sports! We are looking for energetic, reliable individuals to officiate youth games, engage with players, and help create a positive experience on game day. Our officials do more than just enforce rules—they lead by example, mentor young athletes, and contribute to an unforgettable experience for players and families alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Officiate games (flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, and more) fairly and consistently, while ensuring the safety of all participants.
• Maintain a fun and supportive game environment that emphasizes sportsmanship over competition.
• Engage with players and coaches in a positive, encouraging manner—offering age-appropriate guidance and correcting behavior with professionalism and care.
• Serve as a mentor and role model, especially for first-time players.
• Clearly explain rules to players and coaches to promote understanding and development.
• Collaborate with site leadership and other officials to ensure smooth operations throughout game day.
• Assist with field or court setup, maintenance, and teardown, ensuring facilities are ready and clean.
• Represent i9 Sports in a professional and friendly manner with families and venue staff.

Physical Expectations

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 lbs (e.g., equipment bins, field markers).
• Able to stand, walk, run, and move around the field or court for extended periods.
• Willing to work outdoors or indoors, depending on the sport and season.
• Comfortable being active in varying weather conditions (heat, wind, light rain, etc.).

Qualifications

• Prior experience officiating or playing youth sports (any sport) is strongly preferred.
• Solid knowledge of the rules and flow of at least one major youth sport (training provided for others).
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Positive attitude and a passion for working with kids and families.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Available to work weekends throughout the season (typically 4–8 hours on Saturdays and/or Sundays).
• Officiating certification is a plus, but not required.

Join Our Team!

If you’re passionate about sports and want to make a difference in the lives of young athletes, we want you on our team! Be part of an organization that values fun, teamwork, and personal growth—on and off the field.