Job description
Join our premier refereeing team in New York and elevate the standard of officiating across youth, amateur, and semi‑professional leagues. We are seeking motivated, fair, and physically fit referees to uphold the integrity of the game, ensure player safety, and deliver a consistently positive experience for participants and spectators alike. This is a contract position offering flexible scheduling, ongoing training, and competitive per‑game compensation.
As a valued member of our network, you will be empowered to make authoritative decisions, manage game flow, and communicate clearly with players, coaches, and administrators. You will also participate in relevant training sessions to stay current with rule updates and best practices in officiating.
Responsibility
- Officiate assigned matches in accordance with official rules and league policies, maintaining neutrality throughout the game.
- Manage game flow, timekeeping, fouls, substitutions, and disciplinary actions as needed.
- Communicate decisions clearly and respectfully to players, coaches, and game staff.
- Prioritize player safety and sportsmanship, addressing on-field incidents promptly and appropriately.
- Collaborate with league administrators on scheduling, injury reports, and post‑game notes.
- Complete post‑game reports and incident logs accurately and in a timely manner.
- Participate in ongoing training to stay up-to-date with rule changes and officiating best practices.
- Represent the organization with professionalism and integrity at all times.
Qualification
- Minimum age 18; eligible to work in the United States.
- Current referee certification or license recognized by a national or local officiating body.
- Experience officiating youth, amateur, or semi‑professional matches.
- Strong understanding of game rules and the ability to apply them impartially under pressure.
- Excellent communication, decision‑making, and conflict‑resolution skills.
- High level of physical fitness with the ability to maintain concentration for full match durations.
- Reliable, punctual, and available for weekends and evening assignments.
- Background check and SafeSport training preferred; First Aid/CPR certification a plus.