This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Sports Officials impact the lives of youth and families through implementing the rules, direct care, organization, supervision and well-being of participants in the sports activity.
Essential Functions
Creates a positive environment for all participants, ensuring growth and development.
Builds relationships among participants and spectators to pro-actively gain and retain members.
Exemplifies appropriate behavior at all times. Acts as a role model for participants and spectators.
Understands and implements rules of assigned sport, focusing on participant experience and safety at all times.
Provides interpretation and demonstration to all participants, including those with special needs.
Actively participates in department meetings and trainings.
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)
Communication & Influence
Inclusion
Functional Expertise
Emotional Maturity
Qualifications
At least 16 years of age
Ability to work with participants of various ages with a focus on youth
Knowledge of the game being officiated and previous officiating and/or trainings a plus
Demonstrated maturity, sound judgment and strong sense of responsibility
Complete before first shift: program-specific training
Complete before first shift: YMCA sports official/referee training
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and successful clearance of background check
Work Environment & Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Indoor/outdoor environment, regular walking and running required.
Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions required.
Reliable transportation and on-site, regular weekend schedule required.
The YMCA of Greater Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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