Channahon Park District

Job Description

Position: Youth Athletics Referee

Reports to: Athletic Program Supervisor

Status: Part Time Class 2

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

IMRF: Non-Eligible

General Statement of Position:

This position is responsible for officiating scheduled soccer games coordinated by the Athletic Program Supervisor

Qualifications:

14 years of age. Have a valid Illinois driver’s license or work permit. Past referee experience is desired. Past experience playing soccer is a must. Knowledge of soccer rules is a must. Responsible and reliable. Ability to work multiple games in a row.

Hours:

Representative Essential Job Functions:

• Maintains a positive community image for the District.

• Strives to maintain a positive environment among the District’s organizational divisions.

• Actively supports the Safety Policy and the District’s established loss control program, including training, safety rules, and developing ideas for the prevention of incidents, while providing a safe environment for Park District staff members and patrons.

• Arrives early to assist in field set up.

• Displays enthusiasm for sports.
• Enforces the Channahon Park District Rules during assigned games.
• Ability to see play with sufficient clarity to make accurate decisions.
• Ability to communicate with coaches and participants.
• Must maintain First Aid and CPR Certifications.

Representative Marginal Job Functions:

• Ability to assist in instructing participants.

• Administer CPR or First aid when necessary.

• Direct anyone to supervisors and park district facilities.
• Attend to any questions pertaining to other park district program.

Position Considerations:

• Potentially stressful situations associated with children’s programming, particularly any behavioral problems that may occur.

• Demonstrate good judgment when dealing with staff, participants and parents.
• Position will require standing for extended periods of time.
• Exposed to the elements. Outdoor games may be played in the cold and rain, or heat and sunshine.
• Demonstrate good judgments, appropriate level of response and logical thought process in the execution of the duties and responsibilities.
• Qualified referees maybe eligible for future Youth Athletic Program instructional job opportunities.

Review Date: 12/23/2022

Approved Date: 12/23/2022