Position Summary
Position Title
Intramural Sports Referee/Scorekeeper 26-27
Posting Number
Division
Recreation & Wellness
Department
Student Development & Engagemt
Location
Erie, Pa
Position Summary
POSITION
Career Readiness Learning Objectives:
Communication:
Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives withco-workers during games, as well as the players competing in the games.
Teamwork:
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and players to work effectively toward running a smooth game and event.
Professionalism:
Understanding the difference between a job and social life and having the ability to ref each game fairly and equally.
Intramural Sports Official/Scorekeeper is responsible for the safety and maintaining fair play during Intramural Sports activities and events. Officials and Scorekeepers must understand the basic rules of play for applicable sports they are working and must be able to make fair and unbiased judgement through play.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Responsible for game control of all officiated Intramural Sports activities and events
2. Calling games with honesty and integrity
3. Maintain a professional demeanor at all times
4. Attend required training sessions and demonstrate proficiency in understanding of rules and officiating
5. Enforce established rules during Intramural Sports competition
6. Evaluate and enforce sportsmanship of Intramural Sports teams/participants
7. Ensure a safe environment for Intramural Sports participants by inspecting the playing area before the competition and creating a safe environment for play
8. Apply and assist in first aid, as permitted by any certifications they may personally hold
9. Run captain’s meetings prior to each competition
10. Ensure proper use of all university equipment by program participants
11. Use mature judgment in emergency situations
12. Work special events and promotional opportunities that may take place on evenings, weekends, campus breaks, and across campus
13. Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Education: Enrolled full-time student of Gannon University preferably with a minimum of a 2.5 GPA
Experience: Experience must include use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and use of standard office equipment such as copy machine, printer, and telephone. Previous customer service, sports, or fitness experience preferred. Certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED Certified preferred.
Skills: Leadership skills including strong verbal and written communication skills, working in a team atmosphere, and professionalism. Individual must be able to work with a diverse population that would include students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members. Must be able to work independently without direct supervision on day to day tasks and be able to take initiative.
University Mission: Must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Ability to lift and carry weight, possibly up to 50lbs unassisted
Ability to walk, stand, and move about for approximately 2-8 hours; without access to a chair
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Ability to climb (stairs/ladders) or balance
Ability to walk around building and potentially across campus
Meet the physical demands associated with a busy office and University environment.
