Youth Sports Official I - East Butler County Family YMCA

at  Great Miami Valley YMCA

GREAT MIAMI VALLEY YMCA

Title: Youth Sports Official I
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Starting Pay Rate: $12/hour
Status: Part-Time Department: Sports
Reports to: Sports Director Revision Date: 5/8/2023

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Sports Director and in accordance with the Christian mission and purpose of the Great Miami Valley YMCA Association, the Youth Sports Official I is responsible for officiating excellent and safe youth programs for YMCA members and program participants in sports programs.

GREAT MIAMI VALLEY YMCA ASSOCIATION SUMMARY:

OUR MISSION: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
OUR IMPACT: To strengthen our community by providing opportunities to serve children, individuals, and families in a safe environment which encourages all to live healthy lives and to exhibit positive character values such as faith, caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 14 years of age or older.
• Must have a willingness to complete: Child Abuse Prevention training, Basic Life Support; First Aid; and New Staff Orientation.
• Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications.
• Six months or more of related sports and/or officiating experience preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.

• Monitors play to oversee the safety of players and ensure the sport and YMCA rules are followed.
• Ensures the gym(s) are ready for games with physical setting and equipment.
• Communicates and enforces sports rules effectively while providing leadership during all games according to the YMCA policy.
• Maintains cleanliness of the gym area.
• Sets up and tear down all equipment needed for play prior to start up time.
• 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.
• Creates an atmosphere based on fair play and incorporates it in a demonstrative and professional manner.