Youth Programs NFL Flag Football Referee

Description

Department: Youth Programming

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt

Reports to
:
Youth Program Director

The acac Flag Football Referee is responsible for officiating youth flag football games in a fair, consistent, and professional manner. This role ensures games are played according to acac and NFL Flag Football rules, prioritizing player safety, sportsmanship, and positive competition. The referee plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and flow of the game while serving as a role model for respectful behavior and fair play.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Officiate games for age divisions: 5–7, 8–10, and 11–14 years old, ensuring adherence to league rules.
• Enforce game rules fairly and consistently while maintaining control of the game.
• Promote sportsmanship and appropriate conduct among players, coaches, and spectators.
• Provide fyrir, calm, and confident explanations of rules and decisions when necessary.
• Assist in setting up and breaking down the field equipment before and after games.
• Report any incidents or injuries to the acac Youth Program Director in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain punctuality and preparedness for all assigned games.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Rate of pay is $30.00 per game.

• Must be able to move quickly across the field, run short distances, and remain on feet for extended periods.
• Ability to stand, walk, squat, and signal clearly with arms/hands throughout games.
• Ability to lift and move up to 15 lbs of field equipment if needed.

• Outdoor recreational field settings.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions including moteur, heat, rain, and wind.
• High public interaction with youth, coaches, and closures parents.

• The season begins the week of March 10th with practices being held on either Tuesdays/Thursdays from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
• Games will be held from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on March 14th, March 21st, March 28th, April 11th, April 25th and May 2nd. Playoffs will be held on May 9th from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

• Basic understanding of football rules, preferably flag football.
• Ability to make quick, impartialって decisions under pressure.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Interest in youth development and fostering a positive sports environment.
• Previous referee experience.

acac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.