Weekend Youth Sports Official

Game Day Official (All Sports)

Join our team as a Weekend Official for i9 Sports! We are looking for energetic, reliable individuals to officiate youth games, engage with players, and help create a positive experience on game day. Our officials do more than just enforce rulesthey lead by example, mentor young athletes, and contribute to an unforgettable experience for players and families alike.

Key responsibilities include:

• Officiate games (flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, and more) fairly and consistently, while ensuring the safety of all participants.
• Maintain a fun and supportive game environment that emphasizes sportsmanship over competition.
• Engage with players and coaches in a positive, encouraging manneroffering age-appropriate guidance and correcting behavior with professionalism and care.
• Serve as a mentor and role model, especially for first-time players.
• Clearly explain rules to players and coaches to promote understanding and development.
• Collaborate with site leadership and other officials to ensure smooth operations throughout game day.
• Assist with field or court setup, maintenance, and teardown, ensuring facilities are ready and clean.
• Represent i9 Sports in a professional and friendly manner with families and venue staff.

Physical expectations include:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 lbs (e.g., equipment bins, field markers).
• Able to stand, walk, run, and move around the field or court for extended periods.
• Willing to work outdoors or indoors, depending on the sport and season.
• Comfortable being active in varying weather conditions (heat, wind, light rain, etc.).

Requirements include:

• Prior experience officiating or playing youth sports (any sport) is strongly preferred.
• Solid knowledge of the rules and flow of at least one major youth sport (training provided for others).
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Positive attitude and a passion for working with kids and families.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Available to work weekends throughout the season (typically 48 hours on Saturdays and/or Sundays).
• Officiating certification is a plus, but not required.

Join our team! If you're passionate about sports and want to make a difference in the lives of young athletes, we want you on our team! Be part of an organization that values fun, teamwork, and personal growthon and off the field.

Compensation: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour