Referee Jobs in Michigan

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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Day Camp Site Supervisor

  • Midland, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Midland, MI
  • 2 days ago

at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Midland, Michigan, United States Job Description Position Summary: Summer Day Camp Site Supervisor will report to the Program Director at the...

Housing Inspector

  • Wyoming, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Wyoming, MI
  • 4 days ago

The Housing Inspector position performs detailed technical and specialized inspection work involving the enforcement of City codes that regulate the health and safety of properties, building...

Crowd Manager Supervisor

  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 7 days ago

Amaze, Inspire, Unite Job Summary: Crowd Manager Supervisors maintain established security policies and procedures that will protect venue assets, colleagues and guests while providing supervision...

Family Division Referee

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 9 days ago

The Family Division Referee conducts juvenile delinquency, neglect & abuse, and domestic hearings and is responsible for drafting the recommended court orders after those hearings....

Family Division Referee FT

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 9 days ago

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The Family Division Referee generally works in the Muskegon Hall of Justice....

Supervisor Outside Services

  • Brighton, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • Brighton, MI
  • 10 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...

ATTORNEY/REFEREE (Friend of the Court) - Control No.: 2503-2840-3391-0004

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 13 days ago

INTERNAL UNION APPLICANTS WILL BE GIVEN FIRST CONSIDERATION FOR UNION POSITIONS DATE: 3/31/25 STATUS: Regular, Full Time SALARY RANGE: 76,280.10-114,534.16 TITLE: ATTORNEY/REFEREE GRADE: 119 LOCATION...

Youth League Soccer Official

  • Belmont, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Belmont, MI
  • 13 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The League Sports Official will be responsible for the refereeing and officiating of youth games....

Physician Practice Supervisor DMC Metropolitan Health Center Hamtramck

  • Hamtramck, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Hamtramck, MI
  • 14 days ago

The Physician Practice Supervisor is responsible for managing all administrative and operational functions associated with an assigned practice(s). ...Full Time

Spa Supervisor

  • Boyne Falls, MI
  • 19 days ago
  • Boyne Falls, MI
  • 19 days ago

Overview The Spa Supervisor at The Spa At Boyne Mountain plays a vital role in ensuring exceptional guest experiences while supporting operational excellence. Reporting to the Spa Director and...

Umpire

  • Warren, MI
  • 21 days ago
  • Warren, MI
  • 21 days ago

Umpire baseball and softball youth and adult games. An instructional clinic will be made available for new umpires interested in working. Minimum age - 16....

Sports Facility Supervisor

  • Warren, MI
  • 21 days ago
  • Warren, MI
  • 21 days ago

Supervise athletic events such as baseball, football, basketball and volleyball at parks and athletic facilities such as gyms and ball diamonds and football fields....

Basketball Referee

  • Garden City, MI
  • 22 days ago
  • Garden City, MI
  • 22 days ago

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

Community Ed Soccer Referee

  • Walled Lake, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Walled Lake, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Community Ed Soccer Referee JobID: 11340 Position Type: Community Education/Other Date Posted: 3/28/2025 Location: Commerce Elementary School Date Available: 4/12/2025 District:   Walled Lake Consolidated...

Aquatics Programming Supervisor

  • MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • MI
  • 30+ days ago

As the Aquatics Supervisor, you must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools, both indoors and...

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Salary for Referee Jobs in Michigan

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Highest Education Level

Referees in Michigan 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 Michigan
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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