Referee Jobs in Minnesota

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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Lead Referee for Youth Basketball, 2-6 games per week on Saturdays

  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 22 hours ago
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 22 hours ago

Primary Objective of Position: To officiate MCE youth basketball games for grades 3-8. Job Responsibilities: 1. To referee youth basketball games in a safe and respectful manner. 2....

Student Referee for Youth Basketball

  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 22 hours ago
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 22 hours ago

Experience playing and/or officiating basketball Must be at least 14 years of age. Must attend required trainings...

Basketball Building Supervisor

  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 22 hours ago
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 22 hours ago

Demonstrated knowledge of the sport of basketball preferred....

Recreation Program Supervisor- Sports

  • Shoreview, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Shoreview, MN
  • 2 days ago

DUTIES INCLUDE Develop, implement and evaluate a variety of sports-related programs including youth t-ball, baseball and soccer leagues, pickleball, tennis, basketball, skateboarding, volleyball, tumbling...

Guest Services Waterpark Supervisor - Waterworks Waterpark

  • Virginia, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Virginia, MN
  • 4 days ago

Guest Services Waterpark Supervisor - Waterworks Waterpark Prince William County, VA Location Virginia Posted date 2 days ago Minimum level N/A Employment type Full-time Job category Other Salary:...

LifeCafe-Supervisor

  • Savage, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Savage, MN
  • 5 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...

Life Cafe Supervisor

  • Fridley, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Fridley, MN
  • 13 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...

Operations Supervisor, Lee & Penny Anderson Arena

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 13 days ago

OVERVIEW The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Operations Supervisor, Lee & Penny Anderson Arena position within the Athletics Department. The University of St....

Golf Course F & B Supervisor

  • Morton, MN
  • 16 days ago
  • Morton, MN
  • 16 days ago

Golf Course F & B Supervisor Job Details Job Location Jackpot Junction - Morton, MN Position Type Seasonal Salary Range $17.50 - $28.68 Hourly Job Shift Varies (+Weekends) Description ESSENTIAL...

Parents Night Out Supervisor (Friday & Saturday Evenings)

  • Woodbury, MN
  • 18 days ago
  • Woodbury, MN
  • 18 days ago

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

Law Clerk, Clay County - Honorable Judge Tammy Merkins

  • Moorhead, MN
  • 19 days ago
  • Moorhead, MN
  • 19 days ago

area has all of the advantages of a larger metropolitan area, with three colleges and a robust downtown area, and is home of the Fargo dome, where you can catch a concert, theater production or Bison football...

Facility Operations Supervisor

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 21 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 21 days 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...

Gym Supervisor for Youth Basketball

  • Minnetrista, MN
  • 25 days ago
  • Minnetrista, MN
  • 25 days ago

Experience playing and/or officiating basketball Must be at least 18 years of age. First aid and CPR certificate (provided if needed). Email To A Friend Print Version...

Facility Ops-Supervisor-Weekends

  • Rosemount, MN
  • 27 days ago
  • Rosemount, MN
  • 27 days 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...

Plant Controller

  • Long Prairie, MN
  • 28 days ago
  • Long Prairie, MN
  • 28 days ago

The area also offers: Long Prairie Trails - 4 well-kept trails that extend throughout the entire city Lake Charlotte Beach which includes a swimming beach, fishing pier and boat launch, softball fields...

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Salary for Referee Jobs in Minnesota

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Highest Education Level

Referees in Minnesota 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 Minnesota
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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