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City of Lansing, Michigan

Sports Official

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An Umpire or Referee officiates at sports games and matches to ensure that players and teams follow the official rules of the sport. Announces scoring, calls penalties or makes judgment calls on plays in a game. Requires that players show good sportsmanship in the way that a game or match is conducted.

$41,108 / year median in Michigan

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Advertisement The City of Lansing Parks & Recreation Department is looking for part-time Sports Officials to umpire, referee, and score keep various recreational programs within the community. If you have a passion for sports (youth or adult), this is a great opportunity to learn more about sports and get paid for your passion! Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Officiating or score keeping for various recreation sport programs (baseball, softball, soccer, football, floor hockey, etc.) Gaining greater knowledge of sports with regard to rules, scoring, equipment needs, and playing field Cultivating teamwork and sportsmanship between participants, coaches, and the community Successful candidates will be at least 16 years of age.
SPORTS OFFICIAL EXPERIENCE IS PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED.
The City of Lansing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Certified Veteran Friendly Employer. The City of Lansing provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, or during employment, notify the Department of Human Resources at (517) 483-4004. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Application Special Instructions Application Special Instructions:
Must be prepared to provide proof of meeting the age requirement to the Parks & Recreation staff once being notified you are being considered for the position .
NOTE:
The salary for this TEA (Temporary Employment Agreement) Sports Official opportunity ranges from $19.75 - $24.00 per hour. Hours vary on season and sport. . City of Lansing's Anti-Religious Discrimination and Religious Accommodation Policy City of Lansing Anti-Retaliation Policy