SOCCER OFFICIAL

Supervisor: Amy Wyatt, Recreation Supervisor
Telephone Number: 785-833-8175
Email: amy.wyatt@salina.org

This position works under the supervision of the Recreation Superintendent of Athletics and/or program supervisor.

Duties: 
·  Presides over soccer games & enforces the rules at recreational or competitive events.
·  Maintains concentration on the game & reacts quickly to rule violations.
·  Keeps track of time & calls for halftime or any other breaks in play.
·  Makes sure that the field is safe for play including checking for holes, ruts, or other hazards on the field.
·  Makes sure that all players are familiar with the rules of the game & enforces penalties for violations.
·  Calls fouls & misconduct on players, coaches, or spectators.
·  Assigns penalties for infractions, misconduct, & injuries, as needed.
·  Determines whether a kick should be retaken due to an infraction such as an offside violation or an illegal kick.
·  Determines whether a goal has been scored, whether there was a violation on the play, & signaling a score or a violation.
·  Recognizes when an injury requires that a player be removed from the field or when a player appears to be in pain but is able to continue playing.
·  Makes calls regarding whose ball it is when the ball goes out of bounds as well as offside.
·  Uses a flag or hand gesture to signal calls such as offside & possession of the ball.
·  Administers basic first aid, if needed.
·  Responds in emergency situations within scope of training.
·  Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education:
·  Eighth grade graduate.
·  CPR & First Aid certifications desired.

Experience:
·  Knowledgeable in the game of soccer.
·  Previous officiating experience & working with children preferred, but not required.

Requirements:
·  Must be fourteen (14) years of age or older.
·  This is a non-driving position.

Pay DOQ:
·  $24.00-28.00/game.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace: We consider applicants for all jobs without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status.  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department at 785-309-5710.

TH 06/12/2025