Volleyball Referee at Holyoke YMCA – Holyoke, Massachusetts

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Volleyball Referee shall be responsible for officiating volleyball matches following standard rules and regulations with community participants at the Holyoke YMCA. Under the guidance of the supervisor, the Volleyball Referee is responsible for promotion, supervision, and evaluation of the following areas: Volleyball matches primarily in Gymnasium and other spaces within the facility or outside the facility where the Y may hold games matches.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing and we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Officiate volleyball matches following standard rules and regulations
2. Ensure player safety and fair play throughout the match.
3. Communicate effectively with the coaches, players, and other referees
4. Keep track of game scoring
5. Make quick and accurate decisions on rule infractions
6. Resolve conflicts and disputes that arise during the match.
7. Communicate with supervisors, staff, members, guests, and volunteers in a clear, concise, and positive manner while using Listen First skills.
8. Responsible for assuring high standards of program quality and safety in accordance with YMCA safety and risk management policies.
9. Build relationships by using names and initiating conversations with all members, staff, volunteers, and guests.
10. Understands, supports, and is committed to the YMCA cause and our role in the community as a leader in Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility through active engagement in the Y Annual Campaign and Special Events and cause-driven programming.
11. Work to ensure a diverse and inclusive culture at the Y.
12. Follow all policies and procedures of the Y including those set forth in the employee handbook.
13. Complete and approve payroll for your department. Ensure program area stays within budget.
14. Assure your own self-development through reading, research, and conference or training attendance.
15. Provide optimal customer service through responsiveness to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
16. Available to work evenings as needed.
17. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
• Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role.
• Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y’s work and impact in the community.
• Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree recommended in exercise sports science, or a related field experience in lieu of college degree.
• Previous experience as a volleyball player or coach preferred.
• Knowledge of volleyball rules and regulations
• Good eyesight and clear hand-eye coordination
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal & coaching skills
• CPR/First Aid Certification within 3 months
• YMCA Leader Certification within 6 months
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to manipulate objects, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, hear, and see.
• The ability to hear and speak to be heard by class participants.
• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

APPLICATION

Please note that all employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a background check, reference check, and new hire packet. In roles where driving is required as an essential function, a driver's history check must also be successfully completed. At Greater Holyoke YMCA, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued, and respected. We believe that diversity of thought, experience, and background is essential to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

At Greater Holyoke YMCA we believe our staff is our greatest resource. Our mission is to:

• To provide a work environment that enables our staff to be impactful and productive while feeling supported and appreciated.
• To create opportunities for growth and success through guidance and constructive feedback.
• To further advance the YMCA mission through satisfied employees, volunteers, members, and participants.
• To make a positive impact on our community!