Youth Soccer Referee

Peoriaparks; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the Peoria Park District as a Youth Soccer Referee. This seasonal role involves officiating youth soccer games, ensuring fair play, and managing game flow. Ideal candidates will have a good understanding of soccer rules and demonstrate strong customer service and communication skills.

Benefits

Discounted recreation classes

Free admission to select Park District facilities

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and enforce soccer rules.
• Punctuality and dependability are crucial.
• Professionalism and respect in all interactions.

Responsibilities

• Referee youth soccer games for U8, U10, and U12.
• Ensure safety and fairness during games.
• Address disputes and unsportsmanlike conduct.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: DETWEILLER PARK - PEORIA, IL

Position Type: Seasonal

Salary Range: $20.00

Description

Duties: Under the supervision of the Athletics Coordinator, the Youth Soccer Referee is responsible for the following:

• U8, U10, and U12 games when needed. Games are typically one hour long.
• Ensures the game is played according to the rules, making fair and consistent judgments on plays such as yellow cards and red cards.
• Manages the flow of the game, ensures player safety, and addresses any disputes or unsportsmanlike behavior on the field.
• Follows all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed; supports all aspects of the Park District's safety program.
• Performs all other duties as required.

$20.00 per game

Essential Functions: Must be able to be on your feet for multiple consecutive hours, run, jump, and lift up to 45 pounds.

Qualifications

Experience: Previous experience and umpire certifications are a plus, but not required.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Understanding of basic philosophy surrounding the game of soccer, and the ability to interpret that to staff and public.
• Ability to be punctual, dependable, and trustworthy.
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.
• Ability to work harmoniously with the public and fellow employees in an enthusiastic, cooperative, and productive manner. Demonstrate great customer service.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.

Perks:

• Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.