Sports Official Jobs in Minnesota

A Sports Official plays a critical role in the fitness and recreation industry by ensuring the fairness and integrity of sports games and competitions. Their duties encompass enforcing rules, determining penalties, signaling players, and making judgment calls on plays. They are responsible for starting or stopping play when necessary, inspecting sporting equipment and examining the fitness level of players. Additionally, Sports Officials often keep track of time, score, and player performances. They contribute significantly in maintaining a safe and professional environment for athletes and spectators alike.

Important skills for a Sports Official include excellent knowledge of sports rules, sharp decision-making abilities, physical stamina, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle pressure situations. In terms of certifications, a high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, though a bachelor's degree in sports science or a related field can be an advantage. Furthermore, they should have a certification from a recognized sports association such as the National Association of Sports Officials. Prior to becoming a Sports Official, a person may serve in roles such as a Coach, Physical Education Teacher, or Sports Coordinator. These positions offer valuable experience and a strong understanding of sports rules and regulations.

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Sports Cover Supervisor

  • Northfield, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Northfield, MN
  • 1 day ago

ABC Teachers is seeking a Sports Cover Supervisor to provide mainly sports and general cover across a range of secondary schools in Northfield. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals...

3rd Shift, Custodial Supervisor

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 1 day ago

Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities. These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer!...

Adult Softball Umpire

  • Chanhassen, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Chanhassen, MN
  • 3 days ago

Officiate adult softball games. Effectively manage all games to ensure they start and end on time....

Adult League Official - Volleyball Referee (Part-Time Seasonal)

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 5 days ago

Prior volleyball officiating experience preferred. Ability to officiate adults at the AA, A or Gold levels preferred....

Sports Official - Seasonal

  • Mounds View, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Mounds View, MN
  • 7 days ago

City Of Mounds View Sports Official - Seasonal in MOUNDS VIEW , Minnesota This position is responsible for officiating at competitive athletic or sporting events, detect infractions of rules and decide...

Facility Supervisor - Super Rink

  • Lino Lakes, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Lino Lakes, MN
  • 8 days ago

The National Sports Center located in Blaine, MN is considered a leader in the sports industry on a nation-wide scale. The NSC is home to a 600-acre campus which has eight indoor ice sheets, over...

Kids Academy Supervisor (Weekend Mornings)

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 13 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...

Kids Academy Supervisor (M-TH Evenings)

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 13 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...

Conciliation Court Referee - 4th District

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 14 days ago

Duties, Requirements and Responsibilities: Serves at the pleasure of the Chief Judge or designee Exercises all the duties and powers granted to a Conciliation Court Referee by M.S.A. 491A.03,...

Umpire - Adult Softball

  • Brainerd, MN
  • 19 days ago
  • Brainerd, MN
  • 19 days ago

Essential Functions: Officiating Games: Umpires are responsible for officiating softball games, ensuring that all plays are conducted according to the rules and regulations of the sport....

Softball Official

  • Plymouth, MN
  • 21 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN
  • 21 days ago

Must be 20 years of age Play or officiating experience preferred, but not required...

Summer Camp Program Site Supervisor

  • Plymouth, MN
  • 21 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN
  • 21 days ago

Under the direction of the Parks and Recreation Manager, Recreation Supervisors and Coordinators enhance the Plymouth community with diverse programs, lifelong leisure and fitness activities,...

Youth Sports Official

  • New Brighton, MN
  • 22 days ago
  • New Brighton, MN
  • 22 days ago

Youth Sports Officials officiate recreational youth sports leagues and instruct players on game rules while providing a safe and fun environment for participants....

Facility Supervisor

  • Chanhassen, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chanhassen, MN
  • 30+ days ago

The Chanhassen Recreation Center is seeking a year-round Facility Supervisor. The hours are Thursdays and Fridays, 5:30-10:15pm during the school year and 5:30-9:15pm in the summer months with the...

Assistant Soccer Coach and Event Supervisor

  • Collegeville, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Collegeville, MN
  • 30+ days ago

-Fulfill additional administrative duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics....

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Salary for Sports Official Jobs in Minnesota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports Officials in Minnesota 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 Sports Officials in Minnesota
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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