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Soccer Referee - Seasonal

Department: Athletics
Location: Wheaton, IL

Deadline: Open until filled

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible for the safety and control of soccer games as assigned and the laws of the game (as authorized by IFAB and provided by FIFA with Park District adjustments for age and skill level) and must be studied, known, and used consistently in every game.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Minimum 14 years of age with some soccer experience as a player or official. Must have knowledge of soccer rules, and understand the diagonal system and dual system. Must be comfortable working with adult coaches, parents, and spectators. Must attend a WPD Soccer Referee Camp (provided).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  1. Arrive on time for all games when assigned.
  2. Wear appropriate uniform as required to support position as a referee.
  3. Appropriately use a whistle during games.
  4. Make calls that are consistent and correct with the laws of soccer.
  5. Move about the field to keep up with play to make appropriate calls.
  6. Correctly use the diagonal system and dual system.
  7. Cooperate with other staff and work well with other referees.
  8. Demonstrate that Safe, Fair, and Fun are priorities at the park.
  9. Provide a high quality of customer service in a professional manner to the internal customer that will facilitate team building and exceptional customer service to the external customer.
  10. Follow the Wheaton Park District policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  11. Proactively support the V.A.L.U.E.S. (integrity, fun, commitment, adaptability and growth, kindness, and service) on a daily basis.
  12. Organize, live, demonstrate, and implement the Character Counts program for coaches and parents.
  13. Maintain good safety awareness and follow all safety guidelines and procedures.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC.

Must have and maintain: attend a park district sponsored camp before refereeing for the Wheaton Park District. CPR/AED certified or obtain within one (1) year of employment. Be a “Mandated Reporter” for the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: continuously move about the fields, and on uneven ground, for long periods of time while keeping up with the games while in play to make appropriate calls; frequently move various sports equipment weighing up to 10 lbs. and position one’s self to see plays

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: be exposed to all types of weather conditions, biting/stinging bugs, insects, dirt, and may be exposed to chalk and chemicals on the field.

SALARY

$14.00 per hour

HOURS

4 to 8 hours per week (Saturdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)

The Wheaton Park District is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V

 

 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 

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