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Weekend Referee Jobs in Nebraska (NOW HIRING)

Assistant Sports Director

Columbus, NE · On-site

$16.83 - $19.23/hr

... including referees, scorekeepers, coaches, and instructors. * Provide on-site leadership and ... THIS IS NOT AN 8-5 AND NO WEEKENDS JOB. * Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent ...

Distribution Clerk 1

La Vista, NE · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

... referee samples - following established work instructions. * Pull and verify orders using our ... No night or weekend shifts * Excellent work life balance * Market competitive pay * Comprehensive ...

Distribution Clerk 1

La Vista, NE

$14.75 - $18/hr

... referee samples - following established work instructions. * Pull and verify orders using our ... No night or weekend shifts * Excellent work life balance * Market competitive pay * Comprehensive ...

Weekend Referee information

What is the difference between Weekend Referee vs Weekend Umpire?

AspectWeekend RefereeWeekend Umpire
CertificationsReferee certification, depending on sportUmpire certification, sport-specific
Work EnvironmentSports fields, gyms, stadiumsSports fields, courts, stadiums
Industry UsageCommon in various sports leaguesPrimarily in baseball, cricket, tennis
Job RoleEnforces rules, manages game flowEnforces rules, makes calls on plays

Weekend Referees and Weekend Umpires both officiate sports events, but referees typically oversee a broader range of sports and may have different certification requirements. Umpires often specialize in specific sports like baseball or cricket. Both roles require knowledge of game rules and good decision-making skills, and they work in similar environments such as stadiums and sports fields.

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Blair Family YMCA - Sports Official/Referee

Ymca of Greater Omaha

Blair, NE • On-site

$12.12 - $20.38/hr

Other

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Sports Officials impact the lives of youth and families through implementing the rules, direct care, organization, supervision and well-being of participants in the sports activity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Creates a positive environment for all participants, ensuring growth and development.

2. Builds relationships among participants and spectators to pro-actively gain and retain members.

3. Exemplifies appropriate behavior at all times. Acts as a role model for participants and spectators.

4. Understands and implements rules of assigned sport, focusing on participant experience and safety at all times.

5. Provides interpretation and demonstration to all participants, including those with special needs.

6. Actively participates in department meetings and trainings.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Communication & Influence

Inclusion

Functional Expertise

Emotional Maturity

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. At least 16 years of age

2. Ability to work with participants of various ages with a focus on youth

3. Knowledge of the game being officiated and previous officiating and/or trainings a plus

4. Demonstrated maturity, sound judgment and strong sense of responsibility

5. Complete before first shift: program-specific training

6. Complete before first shift: YMCA sports official/referee training

7. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and successful clearance of background check

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Indoor/outdoor environment, regular walking and running required.

• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions required.

• Reliable transportation and on-site, regular weekend schedule required.


The YMCA of Greater Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer