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Department
RECREATIONAL SPORTS (BL-RECS-IUBLA)
Department Information
The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's Indiana University (IU) experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission.
Recreational Sports is part of the Office of Student Life, which is dedicated to supporting students¿ health, safety, and success throughout their IU experience. The Recreational Sports mission is to connect, inform, and inspire individuals to lead active, healthy lifestyles. Serving over 36,000 students, faculty, staff, and community members annually, we offer a wide variety programs across 2 multipurpose facilities, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, adventure spaces, and more. Our team includes 46 professional staff and over 800 student employees.
At Recreational Sports, we believe in creating exceptional experiences through genuine connection and opportunities. Student employees play a vital role in shaping our programs and are encouraged to grow through leadership and collaboration. Whether someone is looking to build professional skills or simply be part of a dynamic team, Recreational Sports offers a fun, supportive environment where a person can thrive.
Job Summary
Intramural Sports Officials play a key role in fostering a fun, fair, and safe environment for students participating in intramural sports. In this position, a person in this role will learn the rules of various sports, manage gameplay, make confident and impartial calls, and encourage good sportsmanship among participants.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Offers a great opportunity to stay active, develop leadership and communication skills, and become part of a supportive campus community.
- Gains valuable experience in customer service, conflict resolution, time management, and teamwork skills that are transferable to any future career.
- Creates a positive experience for players and spectators by being friendly, helpful, and professional.
- Completes weekly requirements to stay up to date on rules and expectations.
- Spots and addresses issues early. If something escalates, notify a supervisor right away.
- Enforces rules of the game, ensuring participant safety, managing game time and maintaining the flow of competition.
- Checks score sheets and scoreboards for accuracy.
- Reports sportsmanship ratings to the position's supervisor.
- Helps inspect the playing area for safety and enforce policies.
- Keeps games running on time and space clear of clutter.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
- General knowledge at the high school level.
Preferred
- Some college.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred
- Prior officiating experience.
SKILLS
Required
- Effective communication skills with the ability to engage a wide range of individuals.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-focused attitude.
- Ability to collaborate and contribute in a team-oriented environment.
- Service-oriented and dependable.
- Willingness to take on new challenges.
Working Conditions / Demands
These positions require standing for long periods of time and frequently moving about the workspace. Positions require working both indoors and outdoors and ability to move objects up to 50 pounds with assistance. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
This position may require early morning, evening, and weekend shifts based on game schedules.
This position requires the ability to officiate at least 1 sport season per semester (each semester includes 2 sport seasons).
Additional Information
The Office of Student Life is committed to building students build career readiness and workforce skills. Student employment offers practical experience to apply learning, build real-world skills, and develop competencies valued by employers. Each role supports National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Competencies , with emphasis on those most relevant to the position:
- Career and Self-Development
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Technology
These are transferable workforce skills a person can add to their resume and use in any career path.
Explore detailed descriptions of all part-time positions with Recreational Sports.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana.
This is an in-person position.
Onsite work will take place at the following campus recreation facilities, depending on the needs of each sporting event:
- Student Recreational Sports Center (SRSC)
- Bill Garrett Fieldhouse
- Sembower Recreational Sports Field Complex
Advertised Salary
$12.00 per hour
Work Hours
Average of 8-12 hours per week, not to exceed 29 hours per week across all campus positions.
Flexible scheduling is available and may vary by sport and position.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- Health savings account with generous IU contributions
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Basic group life insurance paid by IU
- Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
- Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
- 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
- Generous paid time off plans
- Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Contact Us
Request Support
Telephone: 812-856-1234
Department
RECREATIONAL SPORTS (BL-RECS-IUBLA)
Department Information
The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's Indiana University (IU) experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission.
Recreational Sports is part of the Office of Student Life, which is dedicated to supporting students¿ health, safety, and success throughout their IU experience. The Recreational Sports mission is to connect, inform, and inspire individuals to lead active, healthy lifestyles. Serving over 36,000 students, faculty, staff, and community members annually, we offer a wide variety programs across 2 multipurpose facilities, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, adventure spaces, and more. Our team includes 46 professional staff and over 800 student employees.
At Recreational Sports, we believe in creating exceptional experiences through genuine connection and opportunities. Student employees play a vital role in shaping our programs and are encouraged to grow through leadership and collaboration. Whether someone is looking to build professional skills or simply be part of a dynamic team, Recreational Sports offers a fun, supportive environment where a person can thrive.
Job Summary
Intramural Sports Officials play a key role in fostering a fun, fair, and safe environment for students participating in intramural sports. In this position, a person in this role will learn the rules of various sports, manage gameplay, make confident and impartial calls, and encourage good sportsmanship among participants.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Offers a great opportunity to stay active, develop leadership and communication skills, and become part of a supportive campus community.
- Gains valuable experience in customer service, conflict resolution, time management, and teamwork skills that are transferable to any future career.
- Creates a positive experience for players and spectators by being friendly, helpful, and professional.
- Completes weekly requirements to stay up to date on rules and expectations.
- Spots and addresses issues early. If something escalates, notify a supervisor right away.
- Enforces rules of the game, ensuring participant safety, managing game time and maintaining the flow of competition.
- Checks score sheets and scoreboards for accuracy.
- Reports sportsmanship ratings to the position's supervisor.
- Helps inspect the playing area for safety and enforce policies.
- Keeps games running on time and space clear of clutter.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
- General knowledge at the high school level.
Preferred
- Some college.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred
- Prior officiating experience.
SKILLS
Required
- Effective communication skills with the ability to engage a wide range of individuals.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-focused attitude.
- Ability to collaborate and contribute in a team-oriented environment.
- Service-oriented and dependable.
- Willingness to take on new challenges.
Working Conditions / Demands
These positions require standing for long periods of time and frequently moving about the workspace. Positions require working both indoors and outdoors and ability to move objects up to 50 pounds with assistance. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
This position may require early morning, evening, and weekend shifts based on game schedules.
This position requires the ability to officiate at least 1 sport season per semester (each semester includes 2 sport seasons).
Additional Information
The Office of Student Life is committed to building students build career readiness and workforce skills. Student employment offers practical experience to apply learning, build real-world skills, and develop competencies valued by employers. Each role supports National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Competencies , with emphasis on those most relevant to the position:
- Career and Self-Development
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Technology
These are transferable workforce skills a person can add to their resume and use in any career path.
Explore detailed descriptions of all part-time positions with Recreational Sports.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana.
This is an in-person position.
Onsite work will take place at the following campus recreation facilities, depending on the needs of each sporting event:
- Student Recreational Sports Center (SRSC)
- Bill Garrett Fieldhouse
- Sembower Recreational Sports Field Complex
Advertised Salary
$12.00 per hour
Work Hours
Average of 8-12 hours per week, not to exceed 29 hours per week across all campus positions.
Flexible scheduling is available and may vary by sport and position.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- Health savings account with generous IU contributions
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Basic group life insurance paid by IU
- Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
- Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
- 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
- Generous paid time off plans
- Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.
Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Contact Us
Request Support
Telephone: 812-856-1234
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Who's Hiring
- YMCA17
- YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas8
- YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City6
- YMCA of Greater Indianapolis3
- Town of Parker2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sports official jobs.
- Current certification from a recognized state or national officiating association
- Demonstrated experience officiating at the applicable level of competition
- Knowledge of the official rulebook for the specific sport
- Physical fitness to keep pace with play throughout a full game or match
- Ability to pass a background check required by the governing organization
- Reliable transportation to game sites and flexibility for evening and weekend schedules
Tips for Your Sports Official Job Search
List every certification you hold
Officiating certifications from your state athletic association, the NCAA, or sport-specific governing bodies are screened before anything else. List each certification by exact name, the issuing body, and your current standing so hiring coordinators can verify eligibility at a glance.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists sports official openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your resume to each sport
A resume listing you as a generalist official gets passed over. Lead with the specific sport, the level of play you've worked, and the number of seasons under your belt. Hiring directors at league offices scan for direct experience, not broad athletics backgrounds.
Target postings by season window
Most officiating positions are posted four to eight weeks before a season opens, not year-round. Set up searches timed to fall, winter, and spring seasons so you're applying when openings are freshest and interview slots haven't filled.
Prepare a game-film reference on request
Some assignors and league coordinators ask for a clip of you working a game before a formal interview. Have a short, clearly labeled recording ready to share so you're not scrambling when the request comes in after your application.
Ask specific questions in your follow-up
After an interview, follow up with a question tied to the role, like how the league handles mechanics training or how assignments are distributed. It signals you've thought past just getting hired and sets you apart from candidates who send a generic thank-you.
Sports Official Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most sports officials?
The most active employers for sports officials right now are YMCA, YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, and YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City, and the most openings are in Colorado, Texas, and Missouri, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is typically highest just before seasonal league play begins.
How many sports official jobs are remote?
About 0% of sports official openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote work concentrated in administrative officiating roles such as rules interpretation, assignment coordination, and video review rather than on-field positions, which require physical presence at game venues.
How do you become a sports official?
Start by completing a certification course through your state's high school athletic association or a sport-specific governing body, then pass the required rules exam. After certification, register with a local officials association to receive game assignments. Work lower-level games consistently to build a documented record and earn evaluations, which are used to advance to higher levels of competition over time.
Can you get hired as a sports official with little experience?
Yes, entry-level officiating roles in recreational leagues, youth sports, and intramural programs regularly hire candidates who are newly certified and have little game experience. Applying to these programs is the standard path in. Most leagues pair newer officials with experienced partners for the first several games, so you build practical experience while working assigned contests.
What does the sports official interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a review of your certifications and officiating history, followed by a rules knowledge assessment, either written or verbal. Many leagues then conduct a practical evaluation where you work a scrimmage or controlled game under observation. Finalists may meet with an assignor or athletic director who assesses your judgment calls, communication style, and professionalism under pressure.
Where can I find and apply to sports official jobs?
You can find and apply to sports official jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your sport, certification level, and location, then apply directly to each listing. No single external step is required between finding a role and submitting your application.
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