Referee Jobs in Florida

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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Supervisor - Swim School

  • Streamline Brands LLC
  • Stuart, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Stuart, FL
  • 1 day ago

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives? We are looking for a dedicated Supervisor to oversee and support daily swim school operations. Reporting directly to the...

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2026/2027 Afterschool Site Supervisor (Hillsborough County Elementary Schools) - Tampa YMCA

  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Assist the YMCA in Closing the Achievement Gap and cultivating an environment in which youth have a sense of belonging. Under the direction of the program director, provide for the safety,...

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Gym Supervisor

  • Gate Petroleum Co
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: The Sports Club Supervisor assists in overseeing the daily operations of the Sports Club, Fitness Center, Wellness Programs, Group Exercise offerings, and recreation activities to ensure...

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Practice Supervisor - LPG Pulmonology - Metro and Bonita Health Center - Multi site role

  • Lee Health
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 4 days ago

Practice Supervisor - LPG Pulmonology - Metro and Bonita Health Center - Multi site role Lee Health $22.73 - $28.41 / hr vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement...

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Adult League Referee (Basketball)

  • The SKY Family YMCA
  • Bonita Springs, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Bonita Springs, FL
  • 4 days ago

experience or have completed referee training clinic Adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy Able to maintain confidentiality Excellent verbal and communication skills CERTIFICATIONS AND...

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Kids Academy Supervisor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • FL
  • 4 days ago
  • FL
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary The Kids Supervisor enforces and provides best-in-class engagement and play. Manages and implements engaging safe, fun and entertaining activities and games for children between...

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Gym Supervisor

  • Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: The Sports Club Supervisor assists in overseeing the daily operations of the Sports Club, Fitness Center, Wellness Programs, Group Exercise offerings, and recreation activities to ensure...

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Supervisor Fitness Center

  • BayCare
  • Valrico, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Valrico, FL
  • 6 days ago

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services,...

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Recreation Supervisor

  • Four Seasons
  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 days ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

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Fitness Supervisor

  • Moorings Park Communities
  • Naples, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 8 days ago

Ensure all resident documentation and medical clearances are completed and maintained prior to participation in exercise programs....

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Spa Supervisor

  • CoralTree Hospitality
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 8 days ago

Spa Supervisor Job Locations US-FL-Fort Lauderdale ID 2026-12675 Category Spa Position Type Regular Full-Time Overview South Florida's beacon of hospitality, Pier Sixty-Six Resort returned to Fort...

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ASCCE Model Controller / Exercise Gamer

  • SAIC
  • FL
  • 10 days ago
  • FL
  • 10 days ago

in the control of a simulation center during an exercise....

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ASCCE Model Controller / Exercise Gamer

  • Scitor Corporation
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 10 days ago

in the control of a simulation center during an exercise....

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Youth Sports Site Supervisor - Mary W. Sierra Family YMCA

  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA
  • Wesley Chapel, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Wesley Chapel, FL
  • 10 days ago

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Youth Sports Site Supervisor is responsible for supervising all assigned center, off site, or secondary site youth and adult sports programming....

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Youth Sports Official (Basketball) - Campo Family YMCA

  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA
  • Valrico, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Valrico, FL
  • 10 days ago

sport (soccer, volleyball, football and/or basketball)....

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Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Referee Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Referee positions.



Highest Education Level

Referees in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.5%
Master's Degree
19.4%
Associate's Degree
4.8%
High School or GED
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.9%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Referees in Florida
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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