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YMCA of Greater Seattle

Youth Sports Referee

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Recruitment began on July 21, 2026
and the job listing Expires on August 21, 2026
Part-time
Apply Now

Job Summary

*This is an On-site, Part-Time Position

Officiate a variety of sports programs for youth and teens. Create a safe, enjoyable, positive and inclusive environment that welcomes people of all skill and activity levels. Provide a quality experience to participants and families.

What you’ll get from working at the Y

  • Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Retirement with generous employer contributions
  • Free access to mental health resources
  • Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)
  • Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs
    25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff

*Some benefits only available to full-time staff

Hiring Range: $21.30 – $22.00/hour DOE

Responsibilities

  • Officiates games in accordance with YMCA rules and guidelines.
  • Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
  • Develops positive relationships with participants
  • Sets up and takes down equipment. Reports any equipment needs.
  • Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.

Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

Qualifications

  • 16 years of age or older.
  • Current state approved first aid certification preferred.*
  • Current state approved CPR certification preferred.*
  • Knowledge of the sport.
  • Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
  • Develops positive relationships with participants.
  • Sets up and takes down equipment. Reports any equipment needs.
  • Experience in officiating preferred.
  • Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
  • Develops positive relationships with participants.
  • Sets up and takes down equipment. Reports any equipment needs.
  • Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
  • Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
  • Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
  • Other duties assigned.

* At hire, or earliest possible training (but no later than 90 days after employment)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prefer knowledge of, and pervious experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

You’ll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:

  • Thrive on working in a collaborative environment
  • Are very adaptable
  • Have high ownership and strong work ethic
  • Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet
  • Truly enjoy being of service to people
  • Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together
  • Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all

At the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment.

Become a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities.

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to recruiting@seattleymca.org.

MISSION STATEMENT:

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

OUR VALUES:

  • Respect
  • Responsibility
  • Honesty
  • Caring
  • Passion for Excellence
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540-231-6241
Email
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Smith Career Center
870 Washington St. SW
Blacksburg, VA 24061

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F Friday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Blacksburg, VA 24061

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