Ensure officials conduct pre-game procedures, including captains’ meetings and participant eligibility verifications; assist in verifications based on electronic team rosters when necessary
Enforce established policies relating to inactive participants and spectators at multiple playing venues
Mediate between teams and officials for rule interpretation requests, conflicts, and altercations that arise during the game for multiple playing venues, requesting manager input when necessary
Finalize, submit, and verify all scorecards; input final score, sportsmanship rating, and winner into IM Leagues when assigned
Provide verbal and written feedback to intramural officials via evaluations
Ensure all policies and procedures are followed during club practices and games
Greet club game officials and participants to provide hospitality for an event
Complete injury and incident reports immediately following injuries or incidents
Field/Equipment Maintenance
Ensure indoor and outdoor courts and fields are set up for gameplay, checking for safety of playing venues and equipment readiness; prepare as necessary
Ensure that all equipment is safe and secured at the end of the night
Coordinate emergency and evacuation procedures that include care for injured, the start of the emergency action plan, and the notification of appropriate university and community authorities.
Perform routine field lining and setup of intramural and sport club fields
Officiate Games
Officiate intramural sports contests, both independently and as part of an officiating crew, enforce the rules of each game and ensure participation takes place in a safe manner.
Understand all game rules, including the spirit of the rules
Ensure participants wear proper attire and equipment according to the established game rules
Utilize whistle, proper officiating mechanics, and strong voice to demonstrate confidence and control of gameplay
Handle on-site disputes involving player conflicts and rule interpretations to help prevent potential problems
Finalize and submit all scorecards to appropriate staff at the end of each shift
Apply feedback given during officials’ evaluations to improve performance
Job Expectations
Arrive promptly for shifts, dressed in provided uniforms, presenting a professional appearance and enthusiastic attitude
Maintain a calm and professional demeanor, communicating with participants in a clear and concise manner
Collaborate with other members of staff or officiating crew to provide adequate game coverage
Greet participants warmly and enthusiastically to create and maintain an atmosphere that cultivates long-term participation
Utilize When to Work to communicate work availability to supervisors and co-workers.
Attend and actively participate in all mandatory in-services and trainings.
Follow procedures set forth in the employee handbook, as well as all departmental and university policies.
Clean and maintain equipment and facilities on a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis.
Remain knowledgeable about all game rules along with an additional understanding of Competitive Sports operations and facilities.
Utilize training to provide quality officiating during contests, implementing feedback to constantly improve performance
General Schedule
This position may be scheduled Monday - Friday 1:00pm - 11:00pm and Saturday – Sunday from 8:00am - 11:00pm in 2-4 hour shifts. This position is available in Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters with limited hours available for work during the semester and holiday breaks. A minimum of 10 hours per week is expected, with a maximum of 20 hours.
Job Requirements
Job Requirements
Currently enrolled student of Auburn University
Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0
Must obtain and maintain a current CPR/First Aid/AED certification
Physical Requirements
This position will be required to work both inside and outside
This position might be asked to lift, push, or pull sporting equipment
Expected to be physically active for the duration of a 2-4 hour shift, and the physical ability to keep up with the sports being officiated
Preferred Qualifications
Previous officiating experience, previous knowledge of sports