Youth League Soccer Official

This position is for our sprig soccer season at the Litehouse Family YMCA.

POSITION SUMMARY

The League Sports Official will be responsible for the refereeing and officiating of youth games. The League Sports Official will ensure a safe, fun area for members and participants to interact and enjoy. This position requires face-to-face leadership in the program and may involve early morning and weekend responsibilities. Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM availability is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follows Association safety procedures and protocols
• Officiates games in a fair manner according to Association rules
• Must demonstrate the ability to control all aspects of a  game
• Works closely with league coaches
• Ensures participants have fun

Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapid

COMPENSATION

$13.02 - $16.27 ; Part-Time; Non-Exempt (up to 25hrs/week)

BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA Individual Membership
• 12% retirement contribution upon eligibility, learn more here.
• 403(b) retirement savings account
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program and resources for you and your family
• Community Discounts, and more!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must have reasonable knowledge of the game with an emphasis on the rules specific to the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids League.
• Experience of one to two months of athletic or sports officiating is preferred.
• Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles required.
• Youth officials must have a desire to work with children and their parents/guardians.
• YMCA experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
• Blood Borne Pathogen training
• CPR Certification required within the first 60 days
• First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
• AED-Oxygen Certification required within the first 60 days

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Communication & Influence

• Interprets messages and body language effectively.
• Listens with the intent to understand the perspective of others by using appropriate communication methods, including open-ended questions.
• Responds to the individual needs of the other person.

Emotional Maturity

• Acts in alignment with personal and organizational values in all situations.
• Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.
• Accepts responsibility for behavior.
• Leads with empathy, anticipating how actions and words impact others.
• Operates with openness and a willingness to receive ongoing feedback from all levels of the organization.

Inclusion

• Embraces all dimensions of diversity (i.e., ability, age, culture, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, income, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, etc.) by treating all people with dignity, compassion, and respect.
• Creates a safe environment in which others feel welcome and respected.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL:

0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.