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Posted: February 12, 2025 (366 days ago)

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Official/Umpire

City of St. Paul

Parks and Recreation

Stale

Location

Salary

Not specified

Closes

January 1, 2027

Job Description

Summary

This job involves refereeing games in youth and adult sports leagues run by the City of St.

Paul's Parks and Recreation department, covering sports like soccer, volleyball, baseball, and basketball at local recreation centers.

Officials ensure fair play by enforcing rules, making quick decisions, and interacting positively with players and spectators.

It's a great fit for dependable, enthusiastic people who enjoy sports, can work independently or in a team, and are at least 13 years old—no prior experience needed, though it's a plus.

Key Requirements

  • At least 13 years old
  • Pass a criminal background check (if 18 or older)
  • Complete CDC Concussion Awareness Training
  • Ability to interact well with adults and children
  • Ability to understand and apply sports rules
  • Good decision-making skills and diplomatic public interaction
  • Physical ability to run for extended periods in all weather conditions

Full Job Description

Saint Paul Municipal Athletics are looking for dependable, enthusiastic and knowledgeable candidates to officiate youth and adult sports for the Saint Paul Park and Recreation athletic leagues. Officials have the opportunity to be involved in a variety of sports at various Recreation Centers in St. Paul. Previous sports officiating experience preferred but not required.

Become an Official/Umpire!
Saint Paul Municipal Athletics are looking for dependable, enthusiastic and knowledgeable candidates to officiate youth and adult sports for the Saint Paul Park and Recreation athletic leagues. Officials can have the opportunity to be involved in a variety of sports at various recreation centers in Saint Paul. Previous sports officiating experience preferred but not required.

We are looking for officials for the following sports:
Youth:
Futsal/Indoor Soccer (March-April) $20.00- $25.00 per game
Volleyball (March-April) $20.00-$25.00 per game
Baseball (May-July) $25.00- $80.00 per game
Softball (May-July) $28.00- $65.00 per game
Flag Football (August – October) $27.00 per game
Outdoor Soccer (August – October) $20.00-$25.00 per game
Basketball (November – February) $20.00-$25.00 per game

Adult:
Softball (March - October) $28.00-$80.00 per game
Baseball (April- August) $60.00-$95.00 per game
Volleyball (September – February) $25.00 per game
Basketball (November – February) $30.00 per game
Broomball (December- February) $25.00 per game

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to take the initiative to do the work that needs to be done
• Ability to work independently and as part of the crew
• Self-motivator
• Good decision making skills
• Ability to deal with the public diplomatically

Physical Demands:
• Ability to run for extended periods of time while officiating
• Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors in all kinds of weather

Reporting Relationships:
Report to Saint Paul Municipal Athletics Staff and or Assignor.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Requirements

At least 13 years old
• Submit and pass a criminal background check (if 18 years or older)
• Complete CDC Concussion Awareness Training
• The ability to interact well with adults and children
• The ability to understand and apply rules

Qualifications

Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide. Need technical support?

For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627. Additional Information Contract: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

This is a CONTRACT position and is therefore not governed by City Civil Service Rules.Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration.

Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.

You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Condition of Employment: This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment.

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.Contact Information:Jessica WilliamsCommunity Recreation CoordinatorMunicipal Athletics1500 Rice StreetSaint Paul, MN 55117P: (651) 558-2253Jessica.williams@ci.stpaul.mn.usThe City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/12/2025 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/13/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-stpaul-5231931