Youth Sports Referee

i9 Sports Corporation; Wake Forest, Raleigh (NC, NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Training development

Flexible schedule

Team-based atmosphere

Leadership skills

Online training

Weekends only

Job summary

i9 Sports is seeking referees to enforce the league rulebook, ensure player safety, and model positive behavior across flag football, soccer, basketball and volleyball. The role suits someone with a high-energy approach, basic sports knowledge, and a desire to learn and grow in youth sports leadership.

Online rulebook training and on-field coaching sessions are provided, with a preference for candidates comfortable with two or more sports.

Qualifications

• Age 16+.
• No refereeing experience required, but basic sports knowledge is preferred.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Excellent communication skills with adults.
• Ability to manage situations to keep players safe.
• Positive attitude and ability to build relationships.
• Weekend work availability for the full season (6–7 weeks).
• Must pass a National Criminal Background Check.

Responsibilities

• Know and master the i9 Sports rulebook for the sport(s) you ref.
• Arrive on time to each scheduled shift.
• Communicate important game information with coaches and players.
• Act as on-field coach to players who commit fouls/penalties.
• Hustle up and down the field/court to make the best calls.

Skills

Communication

Sports knowledge

Reliability

Transportation

Situational awareness

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Training & development
• Flexible schedule

Benefits/Perks

• A team-based atmosphere with a focus on Fun!
• Build leadership skills and gain management experience
• Online training opportunities
• Weekends Only (Saturday and/or Sunday)

Company Overview

Founded in Tampa, Florida, i9 Sports® is the nation’s first and largest youth sports league franchise business in the United States with over 1 million registrations in more than 500 communities from New York to Hawaii. Established in 2003 by Frank Fiume on the principle that the number one reason kids play organized sports is to have fun, not to become the next draft pick. i9 Sports offers youth sports leagues (coed & all-girls), camps, and training sessions for kids ages 3-15 in today’s most popular sports such as flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball/softball. With our focus on fun, safety, convenience, and good sportsmanship, i9 Sports is reinventing the youth sports experience for families across the country. It’s the way youth sports should be. What does your company do?

Job Summary

The referee is responsible for providing a superior i9 Sports Experience, enforcing the i9 Sports rulebook during games, keeping kids safe, and being a positive role model for all i9 Sports participants. This individual must be high-energy and have strong communication skills. Ideal candidates will have basic background knowledge of sports, experience working with kids, and a desire to always learn and improve. We are a customer service-oriented company, so those who have had experience “Wowing” customers have a leg up on the competition. We hire referees for flag football, soccer, basketball, and volleyball, with the preference of candidates being comfortable with 2 or more of the listed sports. Online rulebook training and in-person on-field/court training are provided.

Responsibilities

• Know and master the i9 Sports rulebook for the sport(s) that you ref
• Arrive on time to each scheduled shift
• Communicate important game-related information with coaches and players
• Act as an on-field/court coach to players who commit fouls/penalties
• Hustle up and down the field/court during games to make the best calls possible

Qualifications

• Age 16+
• No prior refereeing experience is required, but having a basic knowledge of sports is preferred
• Have reliable transportation to and from work
• Excellent communication skills, especially when dealing with adults
• Awareness & ability to take charge of any situation to ensure the safety of players
• Positive attitude and a strong ability to build professional relationships
• Ability to work a varied work schedule including weekends (for the full duration of the season, 6-7 weeks)
• Must be able to pass a National Criminal Background Check