Youth Sports Official

Ymc; Englewood (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Kleptz YMCA in Englewood, OH is seeking a Youth Sports Official for part-time, non-exempt work. The role supports safe youth and adult programs by officiating games, enforcing rules, and maintaining gym readiness. Availability on weeknights and Saturdays is required to cover league play and events.

Ideal candidates are at least 15 years old, with a high school diploma or equivalent and prior officiating experience preferred. The YMCA emphasizes safety, inclusion, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• High School diploma preferred.
• Six months or more of related officiating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor play to oversee safety and enforce rules.
• Prepare gym and equipment for games.
• Set up and tear down equipment prior to start time.
• Enforce sports rules and provide leadership during games.
• Maintain cleanliness of the gym area.
• Build relationships with members and participants.
• Communicate and enforce safety policies at participants’ comprehension level.
• Check for hazards and ensure safety equipment is properly placed and functional.
• Follow all sports program rules and dress code.
• Track and post league standings.
• Post schedules and events prior to league or event date.
• Communicate program information to the Program Director and Front Desk staff in a timely manner.
• Promote sports through leagues, tournaments, camps, etc.
• Foster an atmosphere of fair play and professional conduct.

Skills

Officiating experience

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Youth Sports Official

Kleptz YMCA

Englewood, OH

Part-Time/Non-Exempt $11.00-$13.20/Hour

Weeknight and Saturday availability needed.

Position Summary:

Responsible for officiating excellent and safe youth and adult programs to YMCA members and program participants in Sports programs.
At the YMCA, We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturingwe support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Essential Functions:

• Monitors play to oversee the safety of players and ensurethe particular sport’s and YMCA rules are followed.
• Ensures the gym(s) are ready for games with physical setting and equipment.
• Sets up and tears down all equipment needed for play prior to start up time.
• Communicates and enforces sports rules effectively while providing leadership during all games according to the YMCA policy.
• Maintains cleanliness of the gym area.
• Builds relationships with members and program participants.
• Ensures safety by communicating and enforcing any rules, policies and guidelines at participants’ comprehension level.
• Ensures safety by checking for hazardous conditions and making sure all safety equipment is properly placed and in proper working condition.
• Follows all sports program rules, dress code, policies and guidelines.
• Tracks and posts league standings.
• Posts schedules and events promptly prior to the league or event date.
• Ensures all sports program information is communicated in writing to the Program Director, Membership Director, and Front Desk Staff in an accurate and timely manner.
• Creates new ways to promote sports through new corporate leagues, tournaments, camps, etc.
• Creates an atmosphere that is based on fair play and incorporates it in a manner that is both demonstrative and professional.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• High School diploma preferred.
• Six months or more of related officiating experience preferred