Hockey Ref Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Plex is your premier destination for family fun, event planning, sports, dining, parties, and more. Our 3 operating businesses (The Plex Athletic Club, Sports, and The Penalty Box Bar and Grill) offers 240,000 square feet of entertainment space under one roof where you will find everything you need for fun, fitness, family activities, food & beverage, parties, and social events. Open 7-days a week, our facility offers an arcade of games, bocce ball, bouncy houses, wall climbing, cornhole, darts, pizza, sushi, tapas, a vast beer wall and so much more.

We are looking for a Hockey Referee who will be responsible for ensuring fair play, safety, and adherence to the rules of the game during hockey matches. They are responsible for making impartial decisions, enforcing penalties, and maintaining control over the game to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Arrive before the game and be fully dressed and on the rink at the scheduled start time.
• Officiate hockey games in accordance with established rules and regulations from start to finish Each game is officiated by two hockey referees and one scorekeeper.
• Check the nets and playing surface for pucks before the start of any game.
• Inspect and ensure player equipment before the game to ensure it complies with safety standards, players are wearing elbow pads and a HECC approved helmet (full cages or full shields are required for all players; visors and no visors are not allowed). They must be wearing them throughout the game and during Warmups.
• Wear an official hockey referee jersey with orange armbands, solid black pants (not tucked into skates), and a HECC approved helmet without a cage. (Visor or No Visor is allowed).
• Manage the pace of the game, ensuring that it flows smoothly and without unnecessary delays.
• Maintain control over confrontations and altercations between players.
• Resolve disputes and conflicts between players, coaches, and other team officials in a fair and professional manner.
• Assess and administer penalties to players (2, 4, 5, 10-minute penalties) that commit infractions stated in the Rollin Ice Rulebook.
• Keep track of penalty time and ensure players serve their penalties appropriately.
• Fill out a suspension form with a clear, detailed, and legible description of the incident that occurs and ensure all three officials (REF, REF, SK) sign the form.
• Have a full understanding of the Rollin Ice Hockey Rulebook and apply the rules in the games officiated.
• Make impartial and quick decisions on issues such as goals, penalties, and offside plays.
• Consult with fellow officials when necessary to reach accurate decisions.
• Communicate with players, coaches, and team captains to address concerns, provide explanations for calls, and maintain a respectful environment on the ice.
• Address any safety concerns regarding player equipment promptly.
• Help scorekeepers if necessary and ensure the scorekeepers are paying attention to the game. Act professionally on and off the rink when engaging with customers.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make quick and accurate decisions under pressure.
• Neutrality and the ability to remain impartial in the face of intense competition.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Entry level up to one-year of related experience required.
• Previous hockey experience preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of hockey rules and regulations.
• Prior experience as a hockey referee is preferred but not always required.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical fitness and stamina to keep up with the fast-paced nature of the game.
• Standing for prolonged periods
• Able to Roller Skate forwards and backwards while keeping an eye on play.
• Raising Arm to Call Penalties
• Blowing a whistle loudly –
• Irregular working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, are common during the hockey season.
• Good vision and hearing to track the action of the games.