Umpire - Softball

Salary $43.00 - $47.00 Hourly Location Community Recreation Center, CA Job Type Limited-Term/Seasonal Department Parks and Recreation Division Recreation Opening Date 03/26/2026 Closing Date 12/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit N/A Description Are you passionate about softball and have a keen eye for the game? We're looking for Softball Umpires to officiate games and ensure fair play on the field! Supervision Received Receives immediate supervision from the Recreation Supervisor, or designee. Examples of Duties Duties include but are not limited to: Enforce the rules of play on the field during games. Make calls and instruct players on the rules of games. Provide communication to and from coaches, participants, and spectators. Maintain a safe and positive playing environment. Complete required reports and records. Notify Recreation Supervisor of any problems or concerns regarding facilities, equipment, participants, coaches, or spectators.

Typical Qualifications Knowledge of:

Designated sport and department rules. Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.

Ability to:

Provide a positive role model for children and other members of the community. Understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those contacted in the course of work. Supervise and maintain control of the games. Effectively communicate the principles of good sportsmanship. Work with groups and lead and instruct. Work an irregular schedule including, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Enforce Town and department-established rules and regulations, including workplace safety regulations.

Experience and Training:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade is required.

Experience:

Strong background in the specific sport is required. One year of referee or umpire experience is preferred. One year of experience in recreational/child related activities and programs is desirable.

Licenses:

A valid State of California Class C Driver's License is preferred, however not required. Disclaimer The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The Town reserves the right to revise or change classification duties and responsibilities as the need arises. The description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.