Sports Official

Sports Official

Join to apply for the Sports Official role at YMCA of Greater Brandywine.

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non‑profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life‑changing programs for all.

The Sports Official holds responsibility to officiate youth sports in accordance with YMCA goals and objectives.

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full‑time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons, and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

• Act in accordance with YMCA of the USA Youth Sports policies and procedures at all times.
• Build relationships with participants, parents, coaches, and officials.
• Maintain a safe sports environment at all times. Make sure that non-participants are not interfering with game play or participation of team members.
• Conduct a coaches’ meeting before each game.
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• 18 years of age or older
• Weekend availability
• HS diploma/GED preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years officiating sports
• Possesses advanced knowledge of the sport
• Display appropriate maturity level and ability to relate to all ages and ability levels
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Obtain and maintain all additional new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire

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. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting for extended periods of time.

Work may occur inside or outside.

Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at YMCA of Greater Brandywine by 2x.

• Entry level

• Part-time

• Other
• Wellness and Fitness Services

Location:

Newtown Square, PA. Salary: $28.00-$70.00 per hour.