Umpire Jobs

An Umpire in the fitness and recreation industry plays a crucial role in ensuring fair play, sportsmanship, and adherence to rules in various sports events. Their duties involve making decisive calls, arbitrating disputes, ensuring the safety of players, and providing interpretation of the rules. They also have the responsibility of inspecting sports equipment and field conditions for safety and compliance with regulations. It's also not uncommon for an Umpire to be involved in teaching and discussing the rules of the game with players and coaches.

To become a proficient Umpire, one should possess strong decision-making abilities, excellent communication skills, thorough knowledge of sports rules, and physical stamina. A certification from a recognized sports officiating body, such as the National Association of Sports Officials (NASO) or a sport-specific certification, are often necessary. Prior to becoming an Umpire, individuals might have roles as a Sports Coach, a Physical Education Teacher, or even a Professional Player. These roles can provide valuable experience and understanding of gameplay, rules, and strategy that are beneficial for an umpire.

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City of Round Rock

Sports Facility Supervisor

  • Round Rock, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Round Rock, TX
  • 2 days ago

Description The Supervisor-Sports Facility will supervise the daily functions and activities of the Round Rock Sports Center and/or the Round Rock Multipurpose Complex including staff, facility...

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NFL Flag Referee

We are seeking dedicated and professional referees to officiate NFL Flag football games....

RN Supervisor - Sports Medicine Clinic - Full Time - Elmwood

  • Jefferson, LA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Jefferson, LA
  • 2 hours ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Benbrook YMCA Youth Sports Official

  • Benbrook, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Benbrook, TX
  • 3 hours ago

As a YMCA Sports Official, you’ll be responsible for officiating volleyball and basketball games while ensuring a safe, fair, and enjoyable experience for all participants....

Flag Football Referee

  • Fargo, ND
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 3 hours ago

Individuals will be responsible for refereeing two games on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings starting in August thru mid-October. Each game is approximately 1 hour. Experience and Skills...

Sports Site Supervisor - North YMCA

  • Wichita, KS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 3 hours ago

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Minimum age 18 Prefer experience in playing, coaching and/or officiating any of the following sports: basketball, football, baseball, volleyball...

Site Supervisor (Part- time) - Northwest YMCA

  • Wichita, KS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 3 hours ago

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for setting-up and tearing-down all event equipment and/or spaces. Ensuring all events start and end on time, as scheduled. Ensuring the safety and security of the...

Supervisor of Security

  • New York, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : Upper East Side - New York, NY Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $50000.00 - $55000.00 Salary/year Job Category : Facilities Description Asphalt Green is looking...

Concessions Supervisor Full-Time Vanderbilt University Athletics

  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 hours ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Community Center Supervisor

  • Herndon, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 7 hours ago

The purpose of the position is to monitor, control and supervise the use of the Community Center facility, ensuring the continuous, smooth implementation of daily activities and events planned by...

Youth Volleyball Official

  • Ames, IA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 7 hours ago

playing environments are safe for children; enforce all procedures and rules in place for all youth at all facilities/locations; start games and make official calls during game play; provide preventive officiating...

Scorekeeper/Field Monitor

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 7 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 7 hours ago

Under general supervision, t he scorekeeper's primary responsibility is to accurately record a game's score. Each time a team scores one or more points, the scorekeeper must post the updated score...

Clinical Supervisor (Staten Island YMCA Counseling Service)

  • Staten Island, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Staten Island, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Salary: $31.00 - $32.97 Hourly The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse...

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Parent's Night Out Supervisor

  • Katy, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Katy, TX
  • 15 hours ago

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

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Salary for Umpire Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Umpires offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.4%
Master's Degree
19.3%
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 Umpires
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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