Job Description
Salary: $25.00 - $40.00 Hourly
Location : 107 N Kent. St., Winchester, VA
Job Type: Part-Time Restricted
Job Number: 00748
Department: RECREATION CENTERS AND PLAYGROUNDS
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Description Love sports and enjoy being part of the action? Join Frederick County Parks and Recreation as a Sports Official for our volleyball, basketball, and flag football programs! Help create a fun, safe, and positive experience for athletes, coaches, and spectators. In this role, you'll officiate games, enforce rules with fairness and consistency, and contribute to the success of our recreational sports programs. If you're dependable, enjoy working with people, and have a passion for sports, we'd love to have you on our team.
Why Join Us? - Make a positive impact by supporting youth and community athletic programs.
- Enjoy flexible, seasonal scheduling that fits your lifestyle.
- Serve as a role model by promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play.
- Gain valuable experience in officiating, leadership, and conflict resolution.
Working Hours for Flag Football Program: Flag Football Program Duration: September - November | Saturday Games Only
Full Shift Time: 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM (4 games)
Split Shift Time: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM (2 games) or 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM (2 games)
Compensation $25.00 - $45.00 per game
What You'll Do: As a Sports Official, you will: - Officiate sporting events, games, and competitions by enforcing sport-specific rules and league guidelines.
- Ensure fair play and enforce rules consistently and impartially.
- Promote and encourage good sportsmanship among players, coaches, and spectators.
- Keep track of event times and keep accurate game scores and records
- Address any disputes in a professional manner.
What We're Looking For: - Must be 15 years of age or older.
- Knowledge of officiating specific sporting events, games, or competitions preferred.
- Flexibility to work a varying schedule: Work hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on scheduled games or events.
Supplemental Information Physical Demands: This position requires prolonged standing and movement on athletic fields, courts, and park facilities, often in varying weather conditions. Must be able to lift or carry equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
Environmental Conditions: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors at athletic fields, recreation centers, and other sports facilities in varying weather conditions. Officials may occasionally interact with upset participants or spectators and must remain calm, professional, and impartial while enforcing rules.
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All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County Virginia Government is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Healthcare Benefits may be available if position meets the requirements set forth by the Affordable Care Act.
Please click to view our Frederick County Employee Benefits information page with full details on all insurance plans offered.
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Please select the sport(s) you are interested in officiating:
- Flag Football
- Volleyball
- Basketball
Required Question
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Seasonal work, Flexible hours, Shift work, Afternoon shift