Sports Official-Part Time - Adult Volleyball & Kickball

CITY OF KINGMAN
PART-TIME ADULT VOLLEYBALL/KICKBALL SPORTS OFFICIAL
CITY OF KINGMAN RECREATION DEPARTMENT
$15.17 -$17.29/HOURLY

Overview
The City of Kingman is located in Mohave County approximately 100 miles southeast of Las Vegas and 195 miles northwest of Phoenix nestled between the beautiful Cerbat and Hualapai mountain ranges along historic Route 66. In 2019, Reader’s Digest named Kingman one of the “Nicest Places in Arizona” for its thoughtful residents and spirit of generosity. The area offers a wide range of recreational activities that include hiking, bike and ATV trails, camping, golf, beautiful parks, historical attractions, nearby lakes, and the Colorado River.

With more than 400 full and part-time employees across 30 divisions, the City of Kingman provides exceptional public services to over 30,000 residents. Our focus on high-quality customer service, safety, and teamwork underpins our efforts to foster an atmosphere where citizens and businesses can thrive.

Responsibilities
Responsible for enforcing playing rules and sports policies with participants and spectators. Works directly with the public and is responsible for contributing to a fun and safe environment for friendly competition.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Part-time, seasonal position officiating adult and youth sport programs. The Sports Official is a broad classification and encompasses various assignments with department flexibility to assign employees to sub-classifications. The formal, reported classification title for employees will be Sports Official; however, employees will be assigned to sub-classification titles depending upon assignment. Corresponding placement to pay assignment(s) will be determined based on duties performed and meeting wage qualifiers.

Wage Qualifiers:
Level 1: Beginner, still learning rules, basic court mechanics, needs training and/or strong partner.
Level 2: Basic rules knowledge, good mechanics, can handle game control, minimum of 2 years experience preferred.
Level 3: Complete rules knowledge, excellent mechanics, ability to train and control game; 3 or more years experience preferred.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator or Recreation Superintendent and general supervision of the Parks & Recreation Director.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
At times will be responsible for supervision and security of facility and participants of sports programs.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of age 18 to work in Adult Programs.
• High School Graduate or receipt of GED preferred.
• Prior officiating experience preferred.
• Prior experience in playing or coaching the sport(s) being officiated.

Special Requirements:

• First Aid/CPR/AED certification preferred.

Referee & Umpire Certification through an affiliated organization is recommended.

Essential Functions:

• Provide quality officiating during adult or youth sports contests.
• Read and understand local rules as well as national rules of the sports or programs that are being officiated.
• Work at scheduled times and in appropriate attire.
• Develop a positive relationship with the participants and educate when necessary.
• Enforce game rules.
• Maintain appropriate level of control, fairness, and consistency in all game situations.
• Resolve participant conflicts and disputes with tact and diplomacy.
• Assure safety and sanitary environment and notify immediate supervisor of any problems and/or concerns.
• Set up and clean up facilities.
• Receive, store and issue sports equipment and supplies.
• Assist with pre- and post-game logistics and administrative functions.
• Conduct games in an efficient fashion in the allotted time and on the day scheduled.
• Maintain a positive relationship with staff, co-workers, participants, and spectators.
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Communicate and act in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.
• May be required to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies and procedures.

Peripheral Duties:

• Perform related duties as required.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY AND WELLNESS:
It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics attached to the job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the position change. #J-18808-Ljbffr