Athletic Official

Athletic Official  Salary $18.31 Hourly Location Jacksonville Commons, 100 Recreation Ln, Jacksonville, NC Job Type Temporary Hire Job Number

FY26-00117

Department Recreation Division Athletics Opening Date 05/11/2026 Closing Date 6/1/2026 7:30 AM Eastern

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General Definition of Work A Little About The City:

 Jacksonville has one of the youngest demographics in the US with a median age of 22.8 and an estimated population of 75-80,000. The City offers a great work/life balance. We are rich in history and deep in pride of our local military as demonstrated at Lejeune Memorial Gardens near Marine Corp Base Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station. Many of our military return and plant roots here because of the lifestyle and all that the City has to offer. Another reason people stay in Jacksonville... We are a Caring Community as stated in our City seal. Jacksonville is a great place to work, live and play for you and your family. JacksonvilleNC.gov l VisitJacksonvilleNC.com

General Description:

Jacksonville Recreation has indoor and outdoor facilities throughout the City and include year-round programs, classes and events including summer concerts, camps, movies, team sports and many more activities for all ages. There are 19 parks and 20+ miles of greenways and trails. We are a waterway City with easy access to fishing and water sports and are close to Onslow beaches. To learn more about the Athletic Division, click HERE! We are seeking dedicated and passionate athletic officials to officiate sporting events for the City of Jacksonville, providing an enjoyable experience for all participants and spectators. This role involves enforcing rules, resolving disputes, and maintaining order during games. Performs intermediate skilled technical and semiprofessional work officiating and maintaining a safe athletic environment; does related work as required. Work is performed under limited supervision. Essential Functions/Typical Tasks Assisting with planning, coordinating, and implementing athletic events; officiating athletic sports events; maintaining records and files; preparing reports. (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Ensure games take place in a safe and fair manner and effectively communicate with coaches, participants and staff. Recognize rule infractions and determine penalties. Log all incidents. Monitor and promote sportsmanship of coaches, participants and spectators. Ensure the playing area is safe and free of hazards. Assist in setting up equipment to ensure games start on time. Review rules and regulations with participants and coaches (Pregame meeting). Inspect sporting equipment to ensure safety regulations. Attend regular training to attain a thorough knowledge of the rules. Performs related tasks as required. Required Education and Experience Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high school student level or higher and demonstrated proficiency of the rules involved in the designated sport. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities General knowledge of the equipment and techniques necessary to successfully conduct athletic officiating; comprehensive knowledge of the National Federation of High School Sports Rules Book for the designated sport of assignment; comprehensive knowledge of the Jacksonville Recreation & Parks Department (JRPD) Local League Rules for the designated sport of assignment; some knowledge of first aid methods and necessary safety precautions to be used in recreation work; skilled in the interpretation ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, scorekeepers, field supervisors, coaches, players, spectators, athletic supervisors, and general public; ability to express ideas clearly both orally and in writing. Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Jacksonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, marital status, religion, or disabilities unrelated to the essential function of the position. As a result of NC House Bill 612, if the position being filled requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the City must require the applicant, if offered the position, to be subject to a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record check to cities and counties. Employer City of Jacksonville NC Address 815 New Bridge Street PO Box 128 Jacksonville, North Carolina, 28541 Phone 910-938-5386 910-938-5837