Referee Jobs in North Carolina

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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LSE Field/Gym Supervisor

  • Apex, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Apex, NC
  • 4 hours ago

POSTING CLOSING DATE: July 14, 2025 WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: Supervises youth and adult athletic programs, including open gym, soccer, basketball, volleyball, baseball, football, and softball....

Basketball Official

  • Raeford, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Raeford, NC
  • 11 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Soccer Official

  • Raeford, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Raeford, NC
  • 11 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Flag Football Official

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Youth Soccer Official

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 11 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Sport Instructor/Referee Lacrosse

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 12 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Flag Football Official/Staff Coach - High Schoolers Should Apply

  • Cary, NC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Cary, NC
  • 12 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Youth Soccer Official/Coach (High School Students Should Apply)

  • Cary, NC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Cary, NC
  • 12 hours ago

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today's most popular sports such as: flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, and lacrosse....

Member Experience Team Supervisor

  • Durham, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 4 days ago

About O2 Fitness: O2 Fitness offers the best in fitness equipment, personal training and group exercise throughout the Carolinas....

Public Health Nurse Supervisor II

  • Alamance, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Alamance, NC
  • 4 days ago

Job Purpose This is a specialized professional nursing supervisory position responsible for planning, leading, directing and the following Alamance County Health Department services: maternity,...

Front Office Supervisor - Medical - Harvest Family Health Center

  • Elm City, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Elm City, NC
  • 4 days ago

Come join our "Family" and be part of providing healthcare In the CommunityFor the Community. Carolina Family Health Centers, Inc. provides accessible and affordable health care with...

Loss Prevention Supervisor

  • Asheville, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 6 days ago

Loss Prevention Supervisor Toggle search Toggle navigation Espanol Francais Employer Login Browse Jobs Post a Job Log In or Join Search 8,265 current hospitality jobs what where Loss Prevention...

2nd Shift Loss Prevention Supervisor

  • Asheville, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 7 days ago

Location Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa The AAA Four-Diamond Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa is noted for understated elegance and southern charm; ten U.S. Presidents and countless luminaries from the worlds...

Assistant Recreation Center Supervisor

  • High Point, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • High Point, NC
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Who We Are: At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not...

Spa Supervisor

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 12 days ago

The Ballantyne, a Luxury Collection Hotel 10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway Charlotte, NC 28277 244 Room Hotel Managed By Northwood Hospitality Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet...

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Salary for Referee Jobs in North Carolina

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Highest Education Level

Referees in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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