Event Host/Referee - Social, Outgoing, Sporty People Required
We need someone who knows Flag Gridiron or Netball. You don’t need to be a qualified ref, but you need to know the rules and be able to enforce them, and teach them. We need someone who is good at talking to a crowd, making people feel welcome, and breaking the ice among new friends.
You will be in charge of the entire evening's proceedings, including being responsible for arranging all equipment, starting and finishing the games on time, and providing a fun environment for the players to enjoy their night of sport.
What you need to do:
- Look after the equipment and files, folders, first aid kit and report any replenishment needed
- Set up and play music - that’s right, always tunes at our events!
- Monitor/Referee, and coach the games
- Police and report any unfair, or unsportsmanlike conduct
- Greet teams, and be their main point of contact for the league
- Start and finish games on time
- Keep and record scores, including 'Fun Points'
- Let teams know about any Urban Rec events/parties coming up
- Contribute to the general ‘energy’ of the evening
- Be an ambassador for Urban Rec, help spread the word
- Take sweet photos for our social media highlight reel
- Make sure ring-in players have done their waivers online
Your Legendary Requirements
- Be available to commit to a 10 week season.
- Be able to get to Albert Park on Wednesdays from 6:00PM for Flag Gridiron
- Be able to get to Carlton on Monday or Tuesdays, Fairfield on Tuesdays or North Melbourne on Wednesdays by 6:00 pm for Netball
- Be available to sub into other leagues and locations throughout June (with other staff away)
- To have a good knowledge of Flag Gridiron or Netball rules, (no formal referee experience needed)
- Be willing and able to carry an equipment kit bag.
- For Flag Gridiron you will need a car to carry equipment with you.
- Be a passionate and energetic person, who enjoys meeting new people
- To be on time, every week, or give fair notice for UR to find a replacement
- Have access to a smartphone to be able to submit the scores each night
What you get:
- Free rego for one season with Urban Rec (Value $149)
- Urban Rec STAFF gear
- Generous hourly rate
- Get the opportunity to be a part of something and have a great time doing it. All you need to do is dedicate 3-4 hours of your time once a week!