Youth Sports Official Non-Certified - Jefferson County YMCA

Gateway Region YMCA; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant community organization is looking for a motivated individual to supervise team sports at the YMCA. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about teaching and officiating sports, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for participants of all ages. Responsibilities include monitoring games, managing logistics, and fostering a positive sports culture. Join a team committed to making a difference in youth sports through your leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

403(b) Retirement Savings

12% Retirement fund after 1,000 hours of service

20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University

Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide

Discounts on YMCA programs

Discounts on YMCA Childcare

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with school-age children preferred.
• High School or College level knowledge of sports experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor team sports and teach game knowledge to youth and adults.
• Organize and manage sports setup and cleanup.
• Adjust and operate sports equipment for games.

Skills

Team player

Enthusiasm for officiating

Ability to handle health and safety concerns

Education

High School diploma or current enrollment

Job description

• Monitor team sports at the YMCA or off-site locations.
• Teach the knowledge of the game to youth and adults.
• Assume responsibility for interpreting the rules, policies and traditions of the game to the sport participants
• Be a team player that can relate positively to all staff, volunteers and participants
• Be able to observe participant and fan behavior and respond verbally to health and safety concerns and to deal appropriately with any improper behavior.
• Organize and manage sport set up, clean up and participate in activities necessary to deliver a quality sports experience.
• Adjust and operate all sports equipment as applicable including but not limited to baskets, goals, scoreboards, sound systems and any other operation that will contribute to the success of the sports game and league.
• Contributes to a superior work culture through participation in training and staff meetings to develop leadership, management and technical skills related to sports.
• Stay current with applicable sport rules and regulations.
• Show enthusiasm about officiating and teaching the knowledge of the game.
• Must be able to move into correct position to see plays on the playing field or court.
• Perform all other duties assigned.

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

• Must be at least 15 years old
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with school age children preferred.
• High School or College level knowledge of sports experience preferred
• Entry level, no certifications required

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after completing 1,000 hours of service during any two 12-month period.
• 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
• Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide
• Discounts on YMCA programs
• Discounts on YMCA Childcare