SUNDAY LEAD Official: Youth Soccer​/Flag Football Site

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Youth Soccer/Flag Football Site role at i9 Sports
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We are a community‑focused organization dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for youth sports. Our mission is to instill a lifelong love for sports, foster essential life skills, and promote healthy physical and mental development in young athletes. As a Lead Referee with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our youth and contribute to a vibrant sports community.

• Oversee a team of officials, ensuring all games start on time and staff are properly trained and supported throughout the day.
• Provide scheduled breaks for officials and facilitate in‑the‑moment conflict resolution when needed.
• Cultivate a positive, respectful, and inclusive culture among staff, players, coaches, and families.
• Serve as the primary point of contact on game day, ensuring a smooth, professional, and enjoyable experience for all participants.

• Set up and break down all necessary field equipment, ensuring the venue is clean, organized, and ready for play.
• Conduct pre‑ and post‑event checks to maintain a safe, welcoming, and professional environment.
• Must be capable of lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 30 lbs and have no physical limitations that would prevent them from performing required duties on game day.

• Officiate youth games with a focus on safety, fairness, and fun.
• Apply game rules consistently and confidently to maintain competitive integrity.
• Make timely, accurate calls using sound knowledge of rules and officiating mechanics.
• Maintain control of games, handling disputes or concerns respectfully and professionally.

• Communicate clearly with coaches, players, and fellow officials before, during, and after games.
• Address coach or player concerns calmly and constructively, supporting continuous improvement.
• Model sportsmanship and integrity at all times, promoting a healthy and respectful youth sports environment.

• Arrive on time, fully prepared for all scheduled assignments.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and serve as a role model for youth athletes and staff.
• Uphold i9 Sports’ core values of fun, inclusivity, respect, and player‑first development in every interaction.

• Must be over 21.
• Prior experience as a referee is essential, including working with youth athletes.
• Management or leadership experience in sports, coaching, or event settings is required.
• Thorough knowledge of rules and regulations, with the ability to enforce them consistently and fairly.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate decisions clearly and confidently to players, coaches, and parents.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities to address on‑field challenges calmly and effectively.
• Dependable and punctual, with a strong commitment to attending all scheduled games and events.
• Comfortable working with children and creating a fun, positive, and respectful environment.
• Must be flexible and available to work weekends and evenings throughout the season.
• Must be physically capable of lifting up to 30 lbs and performing field setup and breakdown tasks without limitations.

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Each franchised location is independently owned and operated and is solely and exclusively responsible for determining local hiring decisions, compensation, benefits, and other terms of employment.