Youth Sports Elementary Official

An Elementary Youth Sports Official is responsible for enforcing game rules, ensuring contests begin on time, and providing a safe, positive, and sportsmanlike environment for participants in grades 1st5th. Officials may work volleyball, basketball, flag football, and soccer programs. Applicants must have prior knowledge of at least one sport as a participant, coach, or official. Hours are dependent on team registrations and seasonal programming needs. Availability is primarily required on Fridays and Saturdays.

• Officiate and enforce rules and regulations in accordance with MPS Recreation guidelines and policies.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of youth sports rules, policies, and procedures.
• Report to assigned sites at least 30 minutes prior to scheduled assignments.
• Make sound and timely decisions during games and contests.
• Model positive language, sportsmanship, and professional behavior at all times.
• Wear designated official uniform and maintain a professional appearance.
• Effectively communicate with players, coaches, spectators, recreation staff, and site personnel.
• Promote a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
• Follow, administer, and implement MPS Recreation policies, procedures, programs, and services.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of equipment, courts, fields, and game sites as needed.
• Work collaboratively with coworkers, support staff, and League Directors.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisory staff.

Works under the direction of the League Director at their assigned work site.

• General knowledge of volleyball, basketball, flag football, and/or soccer rules and regulations.
• Ability to behave and appear in a fair, consistent, and professional manner.
• Strong independent judgment and decision-making skills.
• Reliable transportation to assigned work sites.
• Ability to attend all mandatory trainings and meetings.
• Previous experience working with children in diverse public settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience and professionalism when handling stressful situations.
• Ability to interact positively with a diverse group of youth, families, and staff.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• WIAA certification in volleyball, basketball, soccer, or other applicable sports.
• Previous officiating experience in youth sports programs.
• CPR, AED, and/or First Aid Certification.
• Experience working in recreation, education, or community-based youth programs.

• Knowledge of basketball rules and regulations.
• Patience in dealing with stressful situations.
• Must be a team player with a positive, service-oriented attitude.
• Advance communication skills with participants, officials, coaches, community members, building staff, and support staff.
• Ability to participate interactively with a diverse group of youth.
• Ability to work with well with coworkers and support staff.

This environment includes walking, climbing, standing for long periods of time, and possible loud noises when exposed to activities in the gym or similar environment. Staff will be required to supervise groups of children and adults as well as assist in the accommodation of children and/or adults with disabilities (within parameters of provided training).