Youth Flag Football Official

Help make youth sports a positive and memorable experience!

As a Youth Flag Football Official, you'll play an important role in creating a fun, safe, and respectful environment where young athletes can develop their skills, build confidence, and enjoy the game. From enforcing league rules to encouraging good sportsmanship, you'll help ensure every participant has a positive experience on the field.

Whether you're an experienced official or looking to grow your officiating skills, this is a rewarding opportunity to stay active, support youth recreation, and make a meaningful impact in the Missoula community.

To Apply: All applicants must submit theCity of Missoula application. 

Screening of applications will begin on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
 
Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application. 

Official Pay Rate

Official I - $30.00/game
Official II - $35.00/game
Official III - $40.00/game

ALL POSITIONS

• Officiate games, tournaments, and other sporting events to ensure compliance with league rules.
• Judge performances in games to award points, impose scoring penalties, and determine results.
• Inspect and set up sports equipment and observe all participants to ensure safety.
• Keep track of event times, starting or stopping play when necessary.
• Signal participants or other officials when infractions occur or to regulate play or game.
• Resolve claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants and assess penalties when necessary, according to regulations.
• Assist in emergency procedures.
• Promote positive sportsmanship for participants and spectators.
• Perform other duties as assigned, based on training and qualifications.

RECREATION PROGRAM OFFICIAL III

• Serve as primary Official on the field, including providing mentorship to other Officials, interacting with parents and coaches, and mitigating difficult calls. 

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques used in recreational and competitive sporting events.
• Knowledge of rules and game play of specified sport, with the ability to interpret and apply City adapted rules and regulations.
• Skill in promoting positive and safe environments.
• Skill in relying on judgement to make split second decisions and rulings on infractions and penalties, with the ability to make proper calls on command.
• Skill in communicating, in person and writing, with the proven ability to establish and maintain positive effective working relationships with diverse individuals.
• Ability to lead and work with both adults and youth of all ages.
• Ability to effectively meet and communicate with the public and deescalate stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain and exhibit integrity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to maintain and foster a culture of professionalism, adhere to departmental and City standards and specifications, and support a positive team environment.
• Ability to accept criticism and resolve conflicts with facilitating outcomes while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Ability to learn departmental and City of Missoula practices and procedures.

Working Conditions:

• Positions require the ability to lift 50 lbs. or less.
• Work environment may involve occasional exposure to unavoidable seasonal weather conditions.

ALL POSITIONS

• Any combination of training and experience with leading sports or recreation programs.
• Must be of legal age to perform the duties of the position.
• Must be able to pass a fingerprint background check. (if 18 years old or older)
• Officiating certification, preferred. 
• Adult CPR/First Aid certification, preferred. 

RECREATION PROGRAM OFFICIAL I

• Must have one (1) year of officiating experience. 

RECREATION PROGRAM OFFICIAL II

• Must have two (2) years of officiating experience. 

RECREATION PROGRAM OFFICIAL III

• Must have three (3) years of officiating experience. 

The City of Missoula does not sponsor employment visas (e.g., F-1, H-1B, TM). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time of application.