What are the responsibilities and job description for the RecSports Official position at University of North Dakota?
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RecSports Official
- 499441
- Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
- Federal Work Study Student
- Institutional Student
- Closing on: Oct 23 2026
Salary/Position Classification
- $20.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
- 5-20 hours per week (officials mainly work evening hours Sunday-Thursday and various weekend hours as needed)
- 100% Remote Work Availability: No
- Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No
Purpose of Position
Support RecSports programming by officiating games, scorekeeping, enforcing rules, and ensuring a safe, fair, and welcoming environment for all participants.
This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Enforce all RecSports, university, and facility policies, procedures, and game rules.
- Set up and take down courts/fields and check out equipment or jerseys as needed.
- Verify player eligibility and check ID cards prior to games.
- Maintain game integrity by ensuring sportsmanship, managing conflicts, and reporting issues to supervisors.
- Record and report scores using department provided technology.
- Be punctual, alert, and professional during all scheduled shifts and events.
- Assist with special events, field maintenance, and sanitation tasks.
- Assist with maintaining and cleaning up RecSports storage spaces as needed.
- Attend required trainings and meetings; wear appropriate PPE as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Competencies
As a result of working in this position, the staff member will gain the following skills:
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Development
- Intrapersonal Development
- Professionalism
Minimum Requirements
- Experience with playing or officiating core sport offerings such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, or hockey, with familiarity in high school rules and regulations.
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience playing hockey at the high school level or higher
- Experience with officiating high school level sports or higher
- Demonstrated understanding ice hockey rules and regulations (high school or higher)
- Certification in officiating.
- Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED.
To Apply
- Resume (PDF or Word Format ONLY)
Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.
Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Hawk Central or email us at und.careerservices@und.edu.
For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:55PM CST on the closing date. Student job openings are posted for a minimum of 3 business days.
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Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701-777-4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit.
Veteran’s Preference
Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability.
Confidentiality of Application Materials
Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
EEO Statement
The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin (including shared ancestry/ethnicity), religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran's status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement PlanSalary : $20