Youth Baseball and Softball Officials

Company: Highlands Ranch Metro And Centennial Water & S
Location: Sedalia
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Get Paid to Be in the Game! Love baseball or softball? Wanna make money while staying in the action? The Highlands Ranch Metro District is looking for Umpires—and this could be YOU! Make the calls. Keep it fair. Keep it fun. You’ll be on the field, making sure games run smoothly, keeping things safe, and making the season awesome for players, coaches, and fans. Why You Should Join: ? Flexible part-time hours (8-15 per week) ? Season runs May–October ? No experience needed—we’ll train you! ? Must be at least 14 years old ? Get a referral bonus when you bring a friend! If you’re all about sports, leadership, and making a difference (while getting paid), this is your chance! Don’t just watch the game—BE PART OF IT! Apply now! Essential Duties and Responsibilities Interpret and enforce all sport-specific rules and adaptations. Supervise and control conduct on field in a safe and professional manner. Attend all game dates as scheduled. Assists in the recommendation and evaluation of improvements to programs that will provide maximum enjoyment for all the participants. Provides supervision at all playing fields. Provide excellent customer service. Preps fields for play if necessary. Ensures visibility and availability to staff, coaches, participants and fans to answer questions. Listens to concerns, resolves problems and corrects inappropriate behavior. Communicate any issues to Field Supervisor and/or Recreation Coordinator. Assists with ensuring the safety of participants, maintains discipline, makes weather-based decisions and assists with handling complaints from the public. Performs first aid as required, depending on training and certification. Complies with District and department rules and regulations, policies and procedures. Desired Qualifications 14 years of age or older. Attendance at officials training provided by the Highlands Ranch Metro District recreation staff is required. Necessary Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities Practical experience in athletics, recreation, physical education, or related field. Knowledge of officiating, sports, and recreation. Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment. Current CPR and First Aid preferred; or the ability to obtain certification within 1 month. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, officials, coaches, volunteers, participants, and the public. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must become proficient in rules of play for assigned sport. Must be assertive and able to make decisions in fast paced conditions. Represent the District in a professional manner, exemplifying integrity and excellence always. Must be able to work flexible schedule on evenings and weekends. Supervision Received Works under the general supervision of the Recreation Coordinator and Field Supervisor. Supervision Exercised Supervises games assigned to officiate, provides supervision of participants, and supports supervision of spectators, and volunteers. Tools and Equipment Used Phone/cell phone and various sports equipment that are used in recreation programs. Work Schedule This is a seasonal, part-time position working from 8-15 hours per week, March through October, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hand and arms. The employee is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee will be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field. Selection Guidelines Formal application, rating of experience, interviews, and reference checks and job-related tests may be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Application Information Applications will be accepted through May 8 or until the position is filled. Submit applications at highlandsranch.org/apply or if viewing from our career center, click "Apply" below. Pre-employment screening includes a background check for 18.

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