Referee Jobs in Dorchester, MA

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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Athletic Training Supervisor

  • Somerville, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerville, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to...

Assistant Manager / Shift Supervisor

  • Medfield, MA (14 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Medfield, MA (14 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Blue Moon's Assistant Managers & Supervisors work directly with our customers, baristas, and General Manager to ensure the best customer service experience alongside the most delicious food and...

Eye and Dental Practice Supervisor

  • Dorchester, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Dorchester, MA
  • 12 days ago

Position Title: Eye & Dental Practice Supervisor Department: Patient Services / Operations - Division I Supervisor: Director of Operations Status/Hours Per Week: Exempt / Full-time (40 hours)...

Supervisor, Athletic Fields

  • Chestnut Hill, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 14 days ago

This position will also be trained in the day-to-day operations of Conte Forum/Hoag Basketball Pavillion. Conte/Hoag is host to Boston College Mens and Womens basketball and ice hockey teams....

Supervisor

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Retail June 12, 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...

LifeCafe- Bistro Supervisor (Seasonal)

  • Westwood, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Westwood, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 22 days ago

Position Summary The LifeCafe Supervisor oversees the daily shift operations in the LifeCafe. They deliver a high-quality experience to the members, and motivate staff to ensure excellent customer...

LifeCafe-Supervisor

  • Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Bridgewater, MA (23 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 25 days ago

Position Summary The LifeCafe Supervisor oversees the daily shift operations in the LifeCafe. They deliver a high-quality experience to the members, and motivate staff to ensure excellent customer...

Coby Cutler Fitness Center Supervisor-(Fall)-(SY25-26)

  • Scituate, MA (19 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Scituate, MA (19 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 29 days ago

Coby Cutler Fitness Center Supervisor-(Fall)-(SY25-26) Scituate Public School District Scituate High School - Scituate, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Scituate Public School District Job...

Athletic Facilities Supervisor (Temporary)

  • Wellesley, MA (9 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wellesley, MA (9 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Play an integral role for reservations starting and ending on time for intramurals, club sports, external rentals, group exercise classes and tournaments as needed....

Assistant Manager / Supervisor

  • Holliston, MA (19 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Holliston, MA (19 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Coffee Haven's Assistant Managers & Supervisors work directly with our customers, baristas, and General Manager to ensure the best customer service experience alongside the most delicious food and...

Basketball Referee

  • Peabody, MA (16 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Peabody, MA (16 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Supervisor, Fields

  • Newton, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newton, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

This position will also be trained in the day-to-day operations of Conte Forum/Hoag Basketball Pavillion. Conte/Hoag is host to Boston College Men's and Women's basketball and ice hockey teams....

Supervisor, Fields Boston College

  • Chestnut Hill, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chestnut Hill, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

This position will also be trained in the day-to-day operations of Conte Forum/Hoag Basketball Pavillion. Conte/Hoag is host to Boston College Men's and Women's basketball and ice hockey teams....

Fitness Supervisor

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

The GM will be responsible for the performance management of trainers and group exercise instructors. The Fitness Supervisor is the business leader of the Personal Training (PT) department....

Nurse Supervisor

  • Dorchester, MA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Dorchester, MA
  • 60+ days ago

Position Summary: The Nursing Supervisor promotes and restores patients' health by developing day-to-day management of the patient care area; directing, developing and supervising assigned nurses...

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Salary for Referee Jobs in Dorchester, MA

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Highest Education Level

Referees in Dorchester, MA 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 Dorchester, MA
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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