Sports Official - Recreation

Open 23d

Interpret and enforce specific game and league rules for youth and adult athletic league and tournament play.

Part-Time - $15.00-$20.00/Hour


Illustrative Duties

  • Currently, we offer opportunities to officiate adult softball, adult kickball, youth basketball, youth tee ball, and youth baseball/softball.
  • Understand, actively represent, and promote the beliefs and priorities of the Paducah Parks & Recreation Department and youth sports program
  • Interpret and enforce sport-specific game rules along with local Paducah Parks & Recreation Department league rule modifications.
  • Supervise and control the general conduct of all participants.
  • Identify violations of game rules and impose the appropriate penalties.
  • Make decisions on situations or occurrences not specifically addressed in said rules.
  • Maintain a positive environment through the use of encouraging means when interacting with coaches, participants, and spectators.
  • Occasionally assist in the minor setup of league events