Sports Official Jobs in Florida

A Sports Official plays a critical role in the fitness and recreation industry by ensuring the fairness and integrity of sports games and competitions. Their duties encompass enforcing rules, determining penalties, signaling players, and making judgment calls on plays. They are responsible for starting or stopping play when necessary, inspecting sporting equipment and examining the fitness level of players. Additionally, Sports Officials often keep track of time, score, and player performances. They contribute significantly in maintaining a safe and professional environment for athletes and spectators alike.

Important skills for a Sports Official include excellent knowledge of sports rules, sharp decision-making abilities, physical stamina, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle pressure situations. In terms of certifications, a high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, though a bachelor's degree in sports science or a related field can be an advantage. Furthermore, they should have a certification from a recognized sports association such as the National Association of Sports Officials. Prior to becoming a Sports Official, a person may serve in roles such as a Coach, Physical Education Teacher, or Sports Coordinator. These positions offer valuable experience and a strong understanding of sports rules and regulations.

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Supervisor - Swim School

  • Streamline Brands LLC
  • Stuart, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Stuart, FL
  • 1 day ago

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives? We are looking for a dedicated Supervisor to oversee and support daily swim school operations. Reporting directly to the...

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2026/2027 Afterschool Site Supervisor (Hillsborough County Elementary Schools) - Tampa YMCA

  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Assist the YMCA in Closing the Achievement Gap and cultivating an environment in which youth have a sense of belonging. Under the direction of the program director, provide for the safety,...

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Gym Supervisor

  • Gate Petroleum Co
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: The Sports Club Supervisor assists in overseeing the daily operations of the Sports Club, Fitness Center, Wellness Programs, Group Exercise offerings, and recreation activities to ensure...

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Practice Supervisor - LPG Pulmonology - Metro and Bonita Health Center - Multi site role

  • Lee Health
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 4 days ago

Practice Supervisor - LPG Pulmonology - Metro and Bonita Health Center - Multi site role Lee Health $22.73 - $28.41 / hr vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement...

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Adult League Referee (Basketball)

  • The SKY Family YMCA
  • Bonita Springs, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Bonita Springs, FL
  • 4 days ago

Interact with coaches, other sports officials / umpires, youth, parents and YMCA staff To be able to effectively define rulings made during games to coaches and to players....

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Kids Academy Supervisor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • FL
  • 4 days ago
  • FL
  • 4 days ago

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

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Gym Supervisor

  • Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 5 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: The Sports Club Supervisor assists in overseeing the daily operations of the Sports Club, Fitness Center, Wellness Programs, Group Exercise offerings, and recreation activities to ensure...

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Supervisor Fitness Center

  • BayCare
  • Valrico, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Valrico, FL
  • 6 days ago

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services,...

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Recreation Supervisor

  • Four Seasons
  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 days ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

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Fitness Supervisor

  • Moorings Park Communities
  • Naples, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 8 days ago

Ensure all resident documentation and medical clearances are completed and maintained prior to participation in exercise programs....

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Spa Supervisor

  • CoralTree Hospitality
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 8 days ago

Spa Supervisor Job Locations US-FL-Fort Lauderdale ID 2026-12675 Category Spa Position Type Regular Full-Time Overview South Florida's beacon of hospitality, Pier Sixty-Six Resort returned to Fort...

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ASCCE Model Controller / Exercise Gamer

  • SAIC
  • FL
  • 10 days ago
  • FL
  • 10 days ago

in the control of a simulation center during an exercise....

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ASCCE Model Controller / Exercise Gamer

  • Scitor Corporation
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • 10 days ago

in the control of a simulation center during an exercise....

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Youth Sports Site Supervisor - Mary W. Sierra Family YMCA

  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA
  • Wesley Chapel, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Wesley Chapel, FL
  • 10 days ago

Under the direction of the Program Director, the Youth Sports Site Supervisor is responsible for supervising all assigned center, off site, or secondary site youth and adult sports programming....

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Youth Sports Official (Basketball) - Campo Family YMCA

  • Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA
  • Valrico, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Valrico, FL
  • 10 days ago

sport (soccer, volleyball, football and/or basketball)....

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Demographic Data for Florida

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Salary for Sports Official Jobs in Florida

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sports Official positions.



Highest Education Level

Sports Officials in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.5%
Master's Degree
19.4%
Associate's Degree
4.8%
High School or GED
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.9%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sports Officials in Florida
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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