The City of Ames Parks and Recreation Department has an exciting opportunity for Youth Sports Officials! Candidates interested in this opportunity can expect to work a varying schedule. Officials will be paid $13.79 - $14.63 per game (50-minute games). Officials are directly accountable to the Recreation Manager and adjunctly accountable to the Recreation Superintendent and the Director of Parks & Recreation.

Seasons:

Youth Soccer (Spring/Fall) Youth Basketball (Winter) Youth Volleyball (Fall) This posting is open until filled. Ensures that all playing environments are safe for children. Enforce all procedures and rules in place for all youth at all facilities/locations. Start games and make official calls during game play. Provide preventive officiating when necessary. Take appropriate opportunities to teach youth during game play when necessary. Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture.

ETP values include:

committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respect and dignity for one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.

Experience:

Previous experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the sport and rules. Skill in being organized, dependable, and reliable. Ability to communicate with parents and youth. Ability to understand, appreciate and embody the City of Ames Core Values. Ability to maintain an exceptional level of safety. Ability to maintain a professional appearance (staff shirt w/ appropriate athletic shorts or pants or official's striped shirt) at all times while on site. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor (calm and courteous) at all times while on site.

Physical & Environmental Characteristics:

Frequently exposed to various weather conditions for outdoor activities, including cold, heat, rain and wind. Need to remain alert and attentive for extended periods of time. May be exposed to outdoor allergens, insects, slippery surfaces, and potential hazards. Must be able to walk quickly or jog in case of emergency and lift objects up to 50 lbs. When working indoor and outdoor activities, sound may be moderately noisy. Position requires physical participation and interaction related to specific activity. In cases of outdoor weather, may make decisions relating to safety for participants and other recreation staff.

Selection Process:

The selection process consists of an evaluation of education and experience, interview, and completion of a criminal background check, which includes a sex offender registry check. All candidates will be notified by email of their application status.