Referee Jobs in California

A Referee plays a critical role in the fitness and recreation industry by enforcing the rules and regulations of various sports and games. They are responsible for ensuring fair play, resolving disputes, and maintaining the safety and orderliness of players. Referees monitor game play, assess penalties, judge performances, and make crucial decisions that can impact the outcome of a game. They also communicate with coaches, athletes, and other officials, and provide a detailed report of any misconduct or irregularity during the game. Referees often work on a part-time basis and are typically employed by schools, colleges, professional sports teams, and recreational leagues.

To become a Referee, one must have excellent knowledge of the sport they are officiating, be physically fit, have strong decision-making abilities, and possess good communication skills. They should hold a high school diploma or equivalent and complete a training course specific to the sport they are adjudicating. Certification is often required, such as from the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO) or other recognized bodies. Prior to becoming a Referee, individuals may have held roles such as a Sports Coach, Physical Education Teacher, or Sports Official at lower levels, to gain relevant experience and practical knowledge of the sport.

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Facility Operations Supervisor

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Position Summary By doing safety checks and repairs, the Facility Operations Supervisor can assure the safety and cleanliness of the club. As the Supervisor you will work the opposite schedule of...

Sport Official Soccer

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 11 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Sport Official Basketball

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 11 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Sport Official Baseball

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 11 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Part-Time Youth Basketball Referee

  • Eastvale, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Eastvale, CA
  • 11 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Weekend Youth Soccer Referee

  • Eastvale, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Eastvale, CA
  • 11 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Flag Football Official

  • Azusa, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Azusa, CA
  • 11 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Lacrosse Official

  • Irvine, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 12 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Volleyball Official/Instructor

  • Tustin, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 12 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Soccer Official

  • Irvine, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 12 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Basketball Official

  • Tustin, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 12 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Part-Time Youth Flag Football Referee

  • Eastvale, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Eastvale, CA
  • 12 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Part-Time Youth Volleyball Referee

  • Eastvale, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Eastvale, CA
  • 12 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Sport Official Flag Football

  • San Bruno, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Bruno, CA
  • 12 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Housekeeping Inspector - Island inspired boutique resort on Shelter Island

  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description WE ARE Kona Kai San Diego Resort is a boutique urban resort located on Shelter Island. With 170 guestrooms, Kona Kai Resort is home to Vessel Restaurant + Bar,...

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Salary for Referee Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Referees in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.4%
Master's Degree
19.2%
High School or GED
4.8%
Associate's Degree
4.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.9%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Referees in California
None
38.1%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
10+ years
14.3%
2-4 years
14.3%
4-6 years
14.3%


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