Referee Jobs in Kansas

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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Rock Wall Supervisor

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 15 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 15 hours ago

Position Summary Acts as the program lead at the club level, and assists in the overall direction, organization, and quality of the rock wall program. Oversees a friendly, safety-focused, and...

Intramural Sports Supervisor - Student Hourly

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 3 days ago

staff of approximately 50 students Provide experiential evaluations and support for all team sport officials to aid in their development Continue to officiate all six team sports as needed Attend,...

Y Club Site Supervisor - Spring Hill

  • Spring Hill, KS
  • 16 days ago
  • Spring Hill, KS
  • 16 days ago

Overview Responsible for daily operations and supervision of associates at one before and after school program in the Lee's Summit School District. Creates a supportive and fun environment where...

Supervisor Pool

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 17 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 17 days ago

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central...

Basketball Referee

  • Garden City, KS
  • 19 days ago
  • Garden City, KS
  • 19 days ago

The Sports Referee assists in the execution of LT Sport league play by officiating league games....

Supervisor, Group Fitness

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 25 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 25 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description The Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City - "The J" - is seeking an enthusiastic individual with a desire to motivate and help a member base improve...

Athletic Program Supervisor - Seasonal

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 25 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 25 days ago

Sports include but are not limited to: baseball, basketball, flag football, softball, t-ball, volleyball, kickball, ultimate, futsal, soccer and pickleball....

Adult Softball Umpire - Seasonal

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 25 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 25 days ago

Job Summary Adult Softball Umpires will officiate adult softball games in MPRD mens, womens, and co-recreational leagues....

Youth Baseball/Softball Umpire -Seasonal

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 25 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 25 days ago

Officiates MPRD Youth Baseball and/or Softball games. Makes calls and instruct players on the rules of the game and provides communication to and from coaches and participants....

Adult Volleyball Official - Seasonal

  • Manhattan, KS
  • 25 days ago
  • Manhattan, KS
  • 25 days ago

Job Duties Officiate Volleyball games....

Supervisor

  • Derby, KS
  • 27 days ago
  • Derby, KS
  • 27 days ago

Retail March 30, 2025 Role overview: Being part of the store's Junior Management team, you will provide managerial support and help maintain and improve the levels of customer service throughout...

Y Club Assistant Site Supervisor

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Assists in the day-to-day responsibilities at a before and after school age site in the Blue Valley School District in accordance with licensing and YMCA standards. With a focus on...

Y Club Site Supervisor

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Responsible for daily operations and supervision of associates at one before and after school program in the Blue Valley School District. Creates a supportive and fun environment where...

Demographic Data for Kansas

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Salary for Referee Jobs in Kansas

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Highest Education Level

Referees in Kansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.5%
Master's Degree
19.1%
High School or GED
4.9%
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 Kansas
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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