What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Referee - Flag Football position at YMCA of Greater San Antonio?
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. YMCA Sports Officials are responsible for providing an atmosphere of fun in a competitive, yet safe, environment. Officials must be able to implement and interpret their assigned YMCA Sports policies and playing rules in order to maintain an appropriate level of control, fairness, and safety. They should maintain a positive attitude on-site and should always be striving to improve their officiating skills.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Officiate assigned YMCA sports events.
- Assist with pre and post game setup and logistics.
- Assist with preparation and inspection of the game site.
- Maintain control in facilities being used at all times, monitor and respond to horseplay, and enforce all YMCA rules and policies.
- Keep current on all schedule changes.
- Provide positive member service, program promotion, and policy education to participants.
- Attend appropriate and required training classes offered by the YMCA of San Antonio.
- Maintain safe program areas, including indoor and outdoor areas, YMCA and non-YMCA facilities, and equipment.
- Maintain a courteous, friendly attitude and be a positive role model
- Promote the “YMCA Story” with all involved in the program.
- Follow accident reporting procedures and policies. Serve as a first responder to emergency situations.
- Follow systems, practices, and training related to risk management and safety of participants and staff.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
- Communication & Influence
- Engaging Community
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 15 years old
- Actually played in the sport or must have a very good understanding of the principles of sports programs such as soccer, basketball, baseball, flag football, and volleyball.
- Some previous experience officiating sports: Soccer, basketball, baseball, flag football, volleyball. (Desired)
- Must understand the basic principles of sports programs such as basketball, baseball, soccer, football, and volleyball.
- Must understand the basic concepts of a non-profit organization, as well as the structure of the YMCA as a partnership of volunteers and staff.
- Demonstrate diplomatic interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to establish and maintain harmonious relationships by promoting caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with staff, YMCA members, and program participants.
- Ability to relate to children and parents.
- Must demonstrate courtesy and service to program participants and maintain a professional appearance.
- Follow YMCA policies and decision in a supportive manner.
- Ability to intervene in conflict resolution.
- Serve as a Primary responder.
- Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA approved basic life saving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Work is performed in a fast-paced outdoor environment and requires work in off-site locations.
- Visual acuity is required for monitoring potential hazards for children.
- Job requires high levels of alertness and concentration.
- Must be able to physically intervene in situations that might compromise safety
- Ability to make sound decisions and judgments even when distracted by noise and activity.
- Repetitive stooping and bending with occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds is required.
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods at a time is also required.
- Employee must be able to hear, speak and understand the words of others, as well as, the ability to manipulate keyboards, telephone keypads, writing utensils is essential.
