Weekend Youth Sports Referee

Starting Pay Rate: $12.00 per hour (First Season Rate)
Job Type: Part-Time (Weekend Shifts)
Job Location: Albuquerque & Rio Rancho, NM (Rotating Seasonal Venues)
Job Summary 
Join our team as a Weekend Youth Sports Referee and play a critical role across our various athletic programs. Because we run a consistent variety of youth sports year-round, we are looking for versatile officials who can cover one or more of our leagues. As an Official, you will enforce rules, cultivate a positive culture, and act as an on-field/on-court coach, advocating for our programs. Your contribution directly impacts players, coaches, and spectators, making each game day a memorable experience.
Sports We Offer
Please indicate your experience and interest in any of the following when applying:
• Flag Football
• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Basketball
• Baseball / T-Ball

Regional Details 
Our programs rotate seasonally to utilize the best athletic facilities in the area. This position requires travel to our rotating venues across:
• Albuquerque and Rio Rancho Assignment locations vary by season. Reliable transportation to facilities within these cities is required.

Responsibilities
• Thoroughly understand and enforce the i9 Sports rulebook for your assigned sport(s), ensuring a fun, educational, and safe environment for all players.
• Teach and demonstrate core concepts, including sportsmanship values.
• Set up and break down game/practice field equipment.
• Keep time and score during the game, managing an age-appropriate level of instruction and competition.
• Consistently demonstrate a positive attitude and provide superior customer service.
• Assist volunteer coaches during practice sessions, conducting drills, and answering any questions they may have.

Qualifications & Requirements
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with players, coaches, and spectators.
• Reliable transportation to and from the workplace.
• Minimum of 2 years of officiating, playing, or coaching experience in at least one of our offered sports (multi-sport experience is highly preferred).
• Highly motivated self-starter who can work independently and solve problems.
• Demonstrated awareness and ability to take charge of any situation to ensure player safety.
• Positive attitude and strong ability to build professional relationships.
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including weekends and some evenings, for the full duration of the season (approximately 7 weeks).
• Must have a smartphone with internet capability.

Compensation for this role is based on an hourly structure, starting at $12.00 per hour for your first season. This structure guarantees you are compensated for your time on the field/court, including pre-game setup, active game management, and post-game breakdown during your scheduled shifts.