Sports Official Jobs in New York

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 Room Supervisor

  • Keshequa Central School District
  • Nunda, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Nunda, NY
  • 2 days ago

Fitness Room Supervisor Required Application Type Coach Salary/Pay Scale $16/hr Job Description Fitness Room Supervisor (Part-Time) Keshequa Central School District is seeking a dependable Fitness...

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26-27 Fitness Center Supervisor (2 Hr Session)

  • Briarcliff Manor Union Free School District
  • Briarcliff Manor, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Briarcliff Manor, NY
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: High School Stipend/Other Date Posted: 4/8/2026 Location: Briarcliff High School   

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Assistant Park Recreation Supervisor

  • State of New York
  • New York City, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 3 days ago

equipment for regular programs and special events; assists community organizations in planning, scheduling, and conducting events; organizes and leads special programs; i.e. various complex programs, basketball...

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Kids Lead Supervisor

  • LTFMGTCO LTF Club Management Co, LLC
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

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 the ages of three...

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Kids Lead Supervisor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 8 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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Atrea: Site Supervisor I

  • Capital District YMCA
  • Clifton Park, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Clifton Park, NY
  • 14 days ago

GET PAID WHEN YOU NEED IT With our Early Wage Access (EWA) program, access a portion of your earned wages on demand—no need to wait for payday. Enjoy more flexibility and control over your...

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Concessions Supervisor - Army West Point Athletics

  • Compass Group
  • West Point, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • West Point, NY
  • 14 days ago

Position Title: CONCESSIONS SUPERVISOR - ARMY WEST POINT ATHLETICS Pay Range : $23.00 to $23.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

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Premium Supervisor - Army West Point Athletics

  • Compass Group
  • West Point, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • West Point, NY
  • 14 days ago

Position Title: PREMIUM SUPERVISOR - ARMY WEST POINT ATHLETICS Pay Range : $23.00 to $23.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

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Evening Spa Closing Supervisor

  • Inns of Aurora
  • Aurora, NY
  • 15 days ago
  • Aurora, NY
  • 15 days ago

$22.00 hourly. Must have evening/closing availability Inns of Aurora, llc core values While our employees skill-sets vary greatly from position to position, our core set of values remain the same....

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Facility Operations Supervisor (Full Time)

  • Life Time Fitness
  • New York, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 20 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...

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Referee (Attorney)

  • New York State Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct
  • New York, NY
  • 21 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 21 days ago

State agency dedicated to investigating prosecutorial conduct in New York State, serving to strengthen oversight of New York's prosecutors and to hold them to the highest ethical standards in the exercise...

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Referee (Attorney)

  • State of New York
  • New York City, NY
  • 21 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 21 days ago

State agency dedicated to investigating prosecutorial conduct in New York State, serving to strengthen oversight of New York's prosecutors and to hold them to the highest ethical standards in the exercise...

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Supervisor

  • Streamline Brands LLC
  • New Hyde Park, NY
  • 23 days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY
  • 23 days 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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Supervisor - Swim School

  • SafeSplash Swim School
  • Little Neck, NY
  • 26 days ago
  • Little Neck, NY
  • 26 days 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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Bar Supervisor

  • Troon Golf LLC
  • Victor, NY
  • 27 days ago
  • Victor, NY
  • 27 days ago

Cobblestone Creek Country Club, located in Victor, NY, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a seasonal full-time Bar Supervisor! We are seeking a driven individual who is...

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Salary for Sports Official Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports Officials in New York 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 New York
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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