Department: Youth Programming

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt

Reports to: Youth Program Director

Job Description

Summary

The acac Flag Football Referee is responsible for officiating youth flag football games in a fair, consistent, and professional manner. This role ensures games are played according to acac and NFL Flag Football rules, prioritizing player safety, sportsmanship, and positive competition. The referee plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and flow of the game while serving as a role model for respectful behavior and fair play.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Job Requirements

• Officiate games for age divisions: 5–7, 8–10, and 11–14 years old, ensuring adherence to league rules.
• Enforce game rules fairly and consistently while maintaining control of the game.
• Promote sportsmanship and appropriate conduct among players, coaches, and spectators.
• Provide clear, calm, and confident explanations of rules and decisions when necessary.
• Assist in setting up and breaking down the field equipment before and after games.
• Report any incidents or injuries to the acac Youth Program Director in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain punctuality and preparedness for all assigned games.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Rate of pay is $30.00 per game.

Physical demands

• Must be able to move quickly across the field, run short distances, and remain on feet for extended periods.
• Ability to stand, walk, squat, and signal clearly with arms/hands throughout games.
• Ability to lift and move up to 15 lbs of field equipment if needed.

Working Conditions

• Outdoor recreational field settings.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions including sun, heat, rain, and wind.
• High public interaction with youth, coaches, and parents.

Required competencies, education, and experience

• Basic understanding of football rules, preferably flag football.
• Ability to make quick, impartial decisions under pressure.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Interest in youth development and fostering a positive sports environment.
• Previous referee experience.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

acac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. 

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.