Referee Jobs in Washington

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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Youth Soccer Referee

  • Lynnwood, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lynnwood, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Company Overview i9 Sports offers sports leagues for kids ages 3-14 in flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball....

Youth Flag Football Referee

  • Mill Creek, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mill Creek, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Company Overview i9 Sports offers sports leagues for kids ages 3-14 in flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball....

Youth Sports Field Supervisor

  • Shoreline, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Shoreline, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Company Overview i9 Sports offers sports leagues for kids ages 3-14 in flag football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball....

Basketball Official

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 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....

Volleyball Official

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 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

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 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....

Soccer Official

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 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....

Soccer Official in Bremerton and/or Gig Harbor

  • Bremerton, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bremerton, WA
  • 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....

Soccer Referee / Sports Instructor

  • Bonney Lake, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bonney Lake, WA
  • 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 Sports Supervisor - Snoqualmie (Fall '25)

  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 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 Instructor/Official - Snoqualmie (Fall '25)

  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Snoqualmie, WA
  • 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....

Accounting Supervisor-Sign on Bonus $5,000

  • Wenatchee, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Wenatchee, WA
  • 3 days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Accounting Supervisor ensures that all financial and accounting operations within the Finance department run smoothly. The Supervisor leads the staff and oversees the work in...

School Age Program Supervisor

  • Burlington, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Burlington, WA
  • 6 days ago

Job Details Job Location: Burlington, Washington - Burlington, WA Salary Range: $24.00 - $26.00 Hourly Description POSITION SUMMARY: This position provides direction and support for staff and...

Youth and Family Programs Supervisor

  • Shoreline, WA
  • 14 days ago
  • Shoreline, WA
  • 14 days ago

Overview Our Commitment to Equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and...

Youth Sports Official (Recreation Leader I)

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 16 days ago

This isn't high stakes officiating; think of it more as being an extra coach on the field....

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Salary for Referee Jobs in Washington

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Highest Education Level

Referees in Washington 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 Washington
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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