FLAG FOOTBALL OFFICIAL
Parks & Recreation / Athletics
Part-Time · Temporary/ Seasonal

The role of a Flag Football Official in Salina is an exciting & challenging opportunity that plays a vital part in fostering community spirit & youth development. By ensuring fair play & sportsmanship, it contributes to creating a positive environment where young athletes can thrive & build lifelong skills. This vibrant & dynamic role is critical to the success of local sports programs & serves as a cornerstone for community engagement & enjoyment.

Duties:
· Officiates flag football games by applying & knowing the rules & regulations.
· Uses a flag or hand gesture to signal penalty calls such as offsides, blocking, or any other illegal plays.
· Maintains concentration on the game & reacts quickly to rule violations.
· Ensures games are conducted safely & fairly, maintaining control over game circumstances.
· Manages & resolves on-field player disputes, applying penalties & disciplinary actions when necessary.
· Keeps track of time & calls for halftime or any other breaks in play.
· Ensure the playing area is safe & equipment is in proper condition before each game.
· Works with coaches & other officials to ensure the code of ethics to the game is applied.
· Attend pre-game meetings with officials & coaches to review rules & expectations.
· Completes & submits game reports, documenting any incidents or issues that occur.
· Promotes safe play & sportsmanship among athletes.
· Responds to emergency situations within the scope of training.
· Administers basic first aid, if needed.

Education:
· High school or G.E.D.
· Eighth (8^th) grade graduate minimum.

Certifications:
· CPR & First Aid certifications desired.

Experience:
· Thorough understanding of flag football rules & regulations.
· Previous officiating experience & working with children preferred but not required.

Requirements:
· Must be sixteen (16) years of age or older, due to games running past 9 pm.
· This is a non-driving position.
· Must be available to work scheduled games.
· Must attend the required training & meetings.
· Must respond in a timely manner to all forms of communication regarding City of Salina employment by way of phone calls, emails, texts, etc.
· Ability to be on feet & actively move throughout games.
· Must be able to pass background checks.

Hours:
· Up to 8-10 hours per week, evenings only.
· Monday through Saturday.

Pay DOQ:
· $28.00-32.00/game

Supervisor:
· Tyler Brown, Recreation Leader
· Email: tyler.brown@salina.org
· Telephone Number: 785-833-2260

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 08/14/2025