Referee Jobs in Indiana

A Referee plays a critical role in the fitness and recreation industry by enforcing the rules and regulations of various sports and games. They are responsible for ensuring fair play, resolving disputes, and maintaining the safety and orderliness of players. Referees monitor game play, assess penalties, judge performances, and make crucial decisions that can impact the outcome of a game. They also communicate with coaches, athletes, and other officials, and provide a detailed report of any misconduct or irregularity during the game. Referees often work on a part-time basis and are typically employed by schools, colleges, professional sports teams, and recreational leagues.

To become a Referee, one must have excellent knowledge of the sport they are officiating, be physically fit, have strong decision-making abilities, and possess good communication skills. They should hold a high school diploma or equivalent and complete a training course specific to the sport they are adjudicating. Certification is often required, such as from the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO) or other recognized bodies. Prior to becoming a Referee, individuals may have held roles such as a Sports Coach, Physical Education Teacher, or Sports Official at lower levels, to gain relevant experience and practical knowledge of the sport.

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Women's Locker Room Supervisor

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary By doing safety checks and repairs, the Facility Operations Supervisor can assure the safety and cleanliness of the club. As the Supervisor you will work the opposite schedule of...

Camp Assistant Supervisor- Salomon Farm

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 7 days ago

City of Fort Wayne Camp Assistant Supervisor- Salomon Farm Apply Online Return to Postings Job Code: 2025009 Posted On: Thursday, 6th March 2025 Category: Seasonal Department: Parks and Recreation...

Recreation and Aquatics Center (RAC) Facility Maintenance Supervisor

  • Plainfield, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Plainfield, IN
  • 7 days ago

Duties include, but are not limited to: Supervises and maintains the RACs grounds by mowing the grass, weed eating, planting flowers, trees and bushes, and trimming trees and bushes, as needed....

Ultimate Frisbee Referee

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 9 days ago

It is preferred for candidates to have experience officiating another sport, or experience playing ultimate frisbee....

Basketball Official - PT

  • Evansville, IN
  • 10 days ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 10 days ago

PARKS ADMINISTRATION - DUTIES: Officiates adult recreational, intermediate, and competitive basketball games. Provides a safe playing environment....

Flag Football Official

  • Evansville, IN
  • 10 days ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 10 days ago

PARKS ADMINISTRATION - DUTIES: Will officiate Department of Parks & Recreation flag football games....

Indoor Volleyball Official - PT

  • Evansville, IN
  • 10 days ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 10 days ago

PARKS ADMINISTRATION - DUTIES: Officiates Department of Parks and Recreation adult recreational, intermediate, and competitive volleyball matches. Provides a safe playing environment....

Kids Academy Supervisor - Evenings

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 17 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 17 days ago

Position Summary The Kids Supervisor enforces and provides best-in-class engagement and play. Manages and implements engaging safe, fun and entertaining activities and games for children between...

Security Guard/Flagman at Coraz Security

  • Carmel, IN
  • 22 days ago
  • Carmel, IN
  • 22 days ago

Security Guard/Flagman at Coraz Security 2762 BARBANO CT compensation: $23.00 - $30.00/hr employment type: job title: Security Guard?Flagman Coraz Security in Carmel, IN is looking for one...

Clinical Supervisor, RN - Kokomo Pediatrics

  • Peru, IN
  • 23 days ago
  • Peru, IN
  • 23 days ago

Welcome to Jane Pauley Community Health Center! We are so glad you're considering joining our leadership team at Kokomo Pediatric Health Center as Clinical Supervisor, RN. Our competitive...

Theme Supervisor

  • Wolcottville, IN
  • 25 days ago
  • Wolcottville, IN
  • 25 days ago

At YMCA Camp Potawotami, you'll discover more than a job, you'll enjoy making genuine connections and unforgettable experiences. Job Description Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each...

Ranch/ Equestrian Supervisor

  • Wolcottville, IN
  • 26 days ago
  • Wolcottville, IN
  • 26 days ago

At YMCA Camp Potawotami, you'll discover more than a job, you'll enjoy making genuine connections and unforgettable experiences. Job Description Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each...

Camp Corner Supervisor- YMCA Camp Potawotami

  • South Milford, IN
  • 29 days ago
  • South Milford, IN
  • 29 days ago

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. While working at YMCA Camp Potawotami, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll...

Theme Supervisor- YMCA Camp Potawotami

  • South Milford, IN
  • 29 days ago
  • South Milford, IN
  • 29 days ago

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. While working at YMCA Camp Potawotami, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll...

Ranch/ Equestrian Supervisor- YMCA Camp Potawotami

  • South Milford, IN
  • 29 days ago
  • South Milford, IN
  • 29 days ago

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. While working at YMCA Camp Potawotami, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll...

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Salary for Referee Jobs in Indiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Referees in Indiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.5%
Master's Degree
19.1%
High School or GED
4.9%
Associate's Degree
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.9%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Referees in Indiana
None
38.1%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
10+ years
14.3%
2-4 years
14.3%
4-6 years
14.3%


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