Certified Sports Official | CityWide Sports

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

Final date to receive applications and Requirements

Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration. Please be sure to provide volunteer/work experience related to coaching, officiating, or recreation-related experience in your application materials. Please note that certification as a Sports Official by a recognized organization is required at the time of application.

What We Offer

This is an on-call position, which means it is a part-time, hourly role. This position will work 3 - 25 hours per week. Individual hours will vary. All games take place in the evening and on weekends. The pay rate for this position is $26.74/hour and is eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denver's 457b retirement plan. This position is not eligible for other additional benefits.

On-call positions may have routine or variable work schedules.

Location and Schedule

In this position you can expect to work on site at a variety of sports fields and recreation centers throughout the metro Denver area. All games take place in the evening and on weekends.

What You'll Do

Join the team where you can turn your passion for sports into a rewarding job! Enjoy being part of Denver's vibrant sports community and Colorado's largest adult sports organization while working in the same dynamic spaces where the games you love take place. Part of the City and County of Denver's Department of Parks and Recreation, City Wide Sports offers a variety of adult sports programs across a large network of sports fields and recreation centers throughout the metro Denver area.

With over 175 diverse leagues available, including coed, men's, and women's options for sports including softball, basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and kickball, there's something for everyone. Games are held on weekday evenings and weekends, providing a vibrant and flexible sports experience for participants.

For more information about program offerings and locations, check out the City Wide Sports program webpage.

Certified Sports Officials officiate recreational activities and aid the recreation site leads and staff. Sports Officials will officiate adult league games. Games are held throughout Denver's network of parks, recreation centers, and sports facilities.

As a Certified Sports Official with City Wide Sports, you'll play a vital role in creating a fun, fair, and dynamic atmosphere for participants. Here are some of the key duties you'll take on:

• Officiating at sports events including flag football, basketball, softball, and other adult sports leagues
• Communicating with City Wide Sports Program Coordinators by telephone, e-mail, or in-person to provide information and discuss problems
• Inspecting playing surfaces or fields to ensure that it meets the regulations of the sanctioning body and is safe for the players.
• Inspecting sporting equipment and/or examining participants to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations
• Signaling participants or other officials to make them aware of infractions or to otherwise regulate play
• Explaining disputed calls to players (when appropriate)
• Performing other related duties as assigned or requested

Don't have a certification as a Sports Official? No problem! We're also seeking Non-Certified Sports Officials to support these programs.  to review and apply for the Non-Certified Sports Official position.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about sports. The ideal candidate thrives in a team environment, demonstrates strong communication and decision-making skills, and is committed to creating an enjoyable experience for all participants. Our Certified Sports Officials are always professional, reliable, and ensure that…