Youth Sports Official (Temporary, Part-Time)

DefinitionApplications must be filled out completely and thoroughly. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application.The City of Folsom's Parks and Recreation Department is currently recruiting for multiple part-time, temporary Recreation Leader II: Youth Sports Officials to support the Sports Division.Under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator, youth sports officials work to facilitate game play, enforce rules and cultivate a positive play environment for program participants. Youth sports officials implement league rules during gameplay and uphold the player code of conduct as written in the official program handbook.ScheduleSchedule: Positions are seasonal and will begin in August - November 2026 and February - April 2027. Hours are Fridays from 5:00pm - 9:00pm. Duration: positions are ongoing as long as needed and supported by the budget. Pay & BenefitsNon-exempt, hourly rate. Depending on experience and qualifications. Part-time positions are hourly and not eligible for benefits, and are limited to working 999 hours in a fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). No full-time regular appointment will be made from this class. For questions please contact Recreation Coordinator Anthony Anela at aanela@folsom.ca.us or 916-461-6655.Examples of Essential DutiesNOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed.Officiate games: interpret and enforce rules in the youth flag football and other leagues. Maintain knowledge of league rules, regulations, and changes to these standards. Preserve order and implement safety procedures for participants and spectators during the game. Ensure that the game fields and equipment are in a proper and safe condition for play.Establish regular communication with the Recreation Coordinator about the league. Employment StandardsNOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Essential Duties" section of this specification.Knowledge OfBasic understanding of the game of flag football and other youth sports. Ability ToCommunicate professionally both orally and in writing.Organize, prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities and tasks.Follow oral and written directions. Establish and maintain effective, cooperative working relationships with coworkers and the public.Demonstrate enthusiasm, care, and maturity toward the program and community. Minimum QualificationsEducation: High school diploma or G.E.D. or work permit, some college preferred.QualificationsMust be at least 16 years of age at time of hire date.Previous experience scorekeeping and knowledge of sports is desirableLicense, Certificate, Registration RequirementsSome positions may require possession of, or the ability to obtain and retain, a California Class C driver license by the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.Physical RequirementsFrequent standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, and crouching. Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds. Perform repetitive hand, arm and body movements continuously. Regular public and coworker contact, occasional working alone.Persons in this class are subject to a background check, which requires DOJ fingerprint clearance.Schedule is limited to no more than 999 hours per fiscal year. Temporary, hourly positions are not eligible for benefits.01These supplemental questions are an important first step in our screening process. Failure to provide complete responses may result in your application not being considered. In addition, the successful candidate is made a conditional offer subject to background check, which requires DOJ fingerprint clearance and a pre-employment physical, including screening for drug and alcohol use. By checking the box below, I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above information.I have read and understood background and screening process.02The salary range for this position is $17.50 - $18.50 per hour. By checking the box below, you acknowledge your understanding of salary paid for this position.I acknowledge understanding of salary paid for this position.03Are you in a familial, cohabitant, or amorous relationship with any current employee of the City of Folsom? Examples of these relationships include: spouse, domestic partner, parent, child, sibling, uncle, aunt, nephew, niece, first cousin, grandparent, great-grandparent, grandchild, or great-grandchild. Relations may be by blood, marriage, adoption, or domestic partnership, including in-law, step- and half-relationships. (If yes, please answer the next question.)YesNo04Please list name of relative, relationship and department that your relative works in. (If not applicable, please type N/A)05What is the highest level of education that you have completed?Did not complete high school or GEDHigh school graduate or equivalentSome collegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or higher06Briefly explain why you are interested in working for the Folsom Parks & Recreation Department as a Flag Football Youth Sports Official.07Although not required, do you have any previous experience with scorekeeping and/or knowledge of sports? Please explain. Required Question