Sports Official Jobs in Georgia

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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Fitness Supervisor Student Worker

  • Americus, GA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Americus, GA
  • 14 hours ago

About Us Georgia Southwestern State University is a state university serving a diverse population of students, offering a range of strong undergraduate and graduate programs in a vibrant learning...

Youth Sports Referee - Youth Basketball

  • Augusta, GA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 15 hours ago

General Statement of Duties: Manage youth sports matches played between teams according to official rules and regulations. The referee is expected to cooperate with coaches and other officials to...

Student Assistant - CRI - Intramural Soccer Official (Fall 2025)

  • Statesboro, GA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Statesboro, GA
  • 15 hours ago

Responsibilities Officiates intramural contests Assists in game management of designated intramural sports including: Flag Football Soccer Basketball Softball Volleyball Assists with promotion and evaluation...

Student Assistant - CRI - Intramural Flag Football Official (Fall 2025)

  • Statesboro, GA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Statesboro, GA
  • 15 hours ago

Responsibilities Officiates intramural contests and assists in the game management of designated intramural sports including Flag Football, Soccer, Basketball, Softball, Volleyball and other activities...

Golf Course Maintenance Supervisor

  • Savannah, GA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Savannah, GA
  • 15 hours ago

Must possess at time of hire or obtain a Georgia Pesticide License with Right of Way and Aquatic Application within six (6) months of employment depending upon assignment....

Student Assistant - CRI - Intramural Soccer Official (Fall 2025)

  • Albany, GA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Albany, GA
  • 16 hours ago

Job ID 288038 Location Statesboro, Georgia Department CRI Programs Business Unit Georgia Southern University Posted Date 07/18/2025

Facility Operations Supervisor - Closing Shift

  • Sandy Springs, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA
  • 1 day 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...

Housekeeper Supervisor

  • Evans, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Evans, GA
  • 1 day ago

Position Title: Housekeeping Supervisor Pay: $19.50/hr Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday (8:00a - 4:30p) with Weekend Availability Who We Are: When you work at Brandon Wilde, you have a...

Food & Beverage Supervisor

  • Young Harris, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Young Harris, GA
  • 5 days ago

Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa offers a luxury mountain experience through exceptional lodging and dining, an 18-hole championship golf course, Equestrian stables, a full-service Spa, and...

Flag Football Referee - Sundays

  • Chamblee, GA
  • 18 days ago
  • Chamblee, GA
  • 18 days 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

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 18 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 18 days 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....

Basketball Referee Saturdays

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 18 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 18 days 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

  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 18 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 18 days ago

football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball....

Basketball Official

  • McDonough, GA
  • 18 days ago
  • McDonough, GA
  • 18 days ago

football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball....

Soccer Official

  • Douglasville, GA
  • 18 days ago
  • Douglasville, GA
  • 18 days ago

football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, and baseball....

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Salary for Sports Official Jobs in Georgia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports Officials in Georgia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.5%
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 Sports Officials in Georgia
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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