Sports Official Jobs in Texas

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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Area Supervisor

  • Plano, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 3 hours ago

Area Supervisor Here We GROW Again! Are you a potential Area Supervisor and ready to leave average in the past? Be a part of one of the greatest growth stories ever told in the fitness industry....

Club Controller

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 15 hours ago

If you are an internal applicant, please log into Workday and submit your application via the Jobs Hub. Please click here to apply internally. This role will be located at one of Discovery Land...

Rock Wall Supervisor-Year Round

  • Allen, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Allen, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Position Summary Acts as the program lead at the club level, and assists in the overall direction, organization, and quality of the rock wall program. Oversees a friendly, safety-focused, and...

RRC - Admin Law Judge II

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

RRC - Admin Law Judge II 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701 RRC - Admin Law Judge II ( 00049494 ) Organization : RAILROAD COMMISSION OF TEXAS Primary Location :...

Supervisor Outside Services

  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 3 days ago

Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central...

Outside Service Supervisor

  • Canyon, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Canyon, TX
  • 4 days ago

Club Location: Canyon Springs Golf Club - San Antonio, TX Arcis Golf team members thrive on anticipating needs, forging connections, and elevating experiences for our team, members, and guests. We...

Basketball Referee

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 4 days ago

LT Sport leagues may include but are not limited to basketball, volleyball and soccer....

FirstBank Southwest Center - Weekend Supervisor

  • Amarillo, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Amarillo, TX
  • 4 days ago

Summary At Amarillo College, our mission is: Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is...

FirstBank Southwest Center - Evening Supervisor

  • Amarillo, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Amarillo, TX
  • 4 days ago

Summary At Amarillo College, our mission is: Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is...

YMCA Baseball Umpire

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 days ago

Understand the basic principles of sports programs such as basketball, baseball, soccer, football, and volleyball. Demonstrate diplomatic interpersonal skills....

Sports Referee - Soccer

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 6 days ago

Understand the basic principles of sports programs such as basketball, baseball, soccer, football, and volleyball. Demonstrate diplomatic interpersonal skills....

KIDS Sports Referee

  • El Paso, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 7 days ago

Flag Football Season Is HERE! We are looking for people interested in becoming a Certified Referee for our youth sports and Flag Football games!...

Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 8 days ago

BSN SPORTS, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE RECOGNIZED LEADER IN TEAM ATHLETIC GEAR For over 50 years, BSN SPORTS has been the largest team sporting goods equipment and apparel distributor of...

Assistant Field Operations Supervisor - Golf

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 10 days ago

Pay Range: $26.38 - $34.30/hr Job Posting Closing on: Friday, May 2, 2025 Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday; Some weekend work required. The City of Fort Worth is one of the fastest growing large...

Recreation Supervisor (Community Centers)

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 13 days ago

Under general direction, is responsible for assisting with the planning and administration of municipal recreational programs. Accountable for technical work in a recreational specialty and...

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Salary for Sports Official Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Sports Officials in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.5%
Master's Degree
19.1%
High School or GED
4.9%
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 Texas
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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