Umpire Jobs in Illinois

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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Spa Supervisor

  • FRENCH LICK RESORT
  • East Hazel Crest, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • East Hazel Crest, IL
  • 6 days ago

Job Overview The Spa Supervisor is responsible for supervising the daily activities and duties of spa employees. Provides exceptional leadership and business skills to reach and exceed...

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Sports Referee

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Burr Ridge, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL
  • 7 days ago

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

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Fitness Supervisor

  • Dundee Township Park District
  • Carpentersvle, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Carpentersvle, IL
  • 10 days ago

to meet or exceed budget goals Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate fitness staff including coordinators, trainers, attendants, and instructors Oversee personal training, group exercise...

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Supervisor - Bloomington Cycle & Fitness - Bloomington, IL

  • Specialized
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 17 days ago

Supervisor - Bloomington Cycle & Fitness - Bloomington, IL ABOUT SPECIALIZED Innovation has guided our every decision since 1974. As more riders of all ages get on the roads, trails, and streets...

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Facility Operations Supervisor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 21 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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Staff Clinical Supervisor

  • Saint Xavier University
  • Chicago, IL
  • 29 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 29 days ago

The CNHSB encompasses Communication Sciences and Disorders program, as well as programs in Business, Exercise Science, Sports and Fitness Administration, Nursing, and Gerontology studies. · Master of...

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Kids Academy Supervisor (SUMMER)

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Romeoville, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Romeoville, IL
  • 30+ 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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Kids Event Supervisor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Algonquin, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Algonquin, IL
  • 45+ days 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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Supervisor - F and B Kitchen Sports Bar

  • Bally's
  • Rock Island, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rock Island, IL
  • 45+ days ago

About Bally’s: Bally’s Corporation is one of the world’s leading entertainment companies, with millions of players across digital gaming platforms and traditional casino venues. Recognized for our...

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Adult League Site Supervisor

  • Glenview Park District
  • Glenview, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glenview, IL
  • 45+ days ago

The Park District runs a variety of youth and adult athletic leagues including: Flag Football at Roosevelt Park (2200 Grove St) Softball at Community Park West (655 Zenith Drive) Youth Softball at Roosevelt...

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Youth Sports Official Non-Certified - O'Fallon IL YMCA

  • YMCA of Greater St Louis
  • IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • IL
  • 45+ days ago

Show enthusiasm about officiating and teaching the knowledge of the game. Must be able to move into correct position to see plays on the playing field or court. Perform all other duties assigned....

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Youth Sports Official Non-Certified - O'Fallon IL YMCA

  • Gateway Region YMCA
  • O Fallon, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • O Fallon, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Show enthusiasm about officiating and teaching the knowledge of the game. Must be able to move into correct position to see plays on the playing field or court. Perform all other duties assigned....

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Youth Sports Official Non-Certified - CMT YMCA

  • Gateway Region YMCA
  • Maryville, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Maryville, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Show enthusiasm about officiating and teaching the knowledge of the game. Must be able to move into correct position to see plays on the playing field or court. Perform all other duties assigned....

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Youth Sports Official Non-Certified - East Belleville YMCA

  • Gateway Region YMCA
  • Belleville, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Belleville, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Show enthusiasm about officiating and teaching the knowledge of the game. Must be able to move into correct position to see plays on the playing field or court. Perform all other duties assigned....

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Kids Events Supervisor

  • Life Time Fitness
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • 45+ days 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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Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Umpire Jobs in Illinois

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Umpire positions.



Highest Education Level

Umpires in Illinois 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 Umpires in Illinois
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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