Adult Sports Official - Pt
city of arlington
📍 elzie odom athletic center parks southeast district parks southwest district parks north district parks east district united states🕐 2mo ago🔗 workday
Job Description
**SALARY:**
Starting at $25.00 per hour
**SUMMARY:**
Under general supervision, the Sports Official (Adult) is responsible for officiating and supervising adult sports leagues at various indoor/outdoor facilities throughout Arlington. This position ensures games are conducted fairly, safely, and in accordance with league rules. Sports may include basketball, volleyball, flag football, in-line hockey, and other sports as needed. The role requires strong communication skills, rule enforcement, and the ability to manage disputes on-site.
**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:**
* Officiate adult sports games and enforce league rules and policies
* Monitor game play and settle disputes between participants
* Ensure safety and security of players, spectators, and facilities
* Inspect playing areas and equipment for safety before games
* Provide excellent customer service and respond to participant inquiries
* Cancel or delay games due to unsafe conditions when necessary
* Maintain professionalism and fairness in all interactions
* Arrive on time and in uniform with necessary officiating equipment
* Complete incident reports and submit documentation as required
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
* Knowledge of office and administrative practices and procedures.
* Knowledge of rules and regulations for adult recreational sports (e.g., basketball, volleyball, flag football, in-line hockey, etc.).
* Knowledge of safety practices and basic first aid procedures.
* Skill in officiating and managing recreational sports games.
* Skill in conflict resolution and maintaining a positive game environment.
* Skill in communicating effectively.
* Skill in time management and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
* Skill in using PC Software including current Microsoft Office Suite of applications.
* Skill in communicating professionally and tactfully with other city employees and the public by oral and written means.
* Skill with organization and attention to detail.
* Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
* Ability to interpret and enforce rules fairly and consistently
* Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations
* Ability to work independently and make quick decisions on the field
* Ability to maintain accurate records and report incidents clearly
* Ability to collaborate with other officials, staff, and the public
* Ability to serve as a positive role model and promote good sportsmanship
* Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization's policies.
* Ability to work independently under general instructions.
* Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to filing, pulling, seeing, sorting, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting body, typing, walking, and writing.
* Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, and copier.
* Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks.
* Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly.
* Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish unit objectives.
* Ability to understand mathematical calculations involving fractions, percentages, and decimals.
* Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Qualifying Education and Experience:
* High school diploma or GED.
* At least six (6) months of sport-specific experience (e.g., basketball, volleyball, flag football, in-line hockey, etc.).
**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
* Certification in sport-specific rules.
* At least six (6) months of experience officiating recreational sports.
**PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING:**
* Criminal background check.
City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.