NFL Flag Football Referee

Purpose of Position
The NFL Flag Football Referee is responsible for officiating scheduled flag football games coordinated by the Parks & Recreation Department.  This position is paid $25 per game.

Position Accountability
General day-to-day supervision, administrative direction, and performance evaluation will be received from the Deputy Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Director.

Supervision Exercised
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Term of Employment
This position is a seasonal position. Games will vary on Saturdays from mornings to early afternoons. The season will run September 12 through October 24, and specific dates will be determined at a later time.The following duties are normal for the position.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive; other duties may be required and assigned.

• The referee will arrive fifteen (15) minutes prior to the scheduled game time.
• The referee will officiate youth flag football games.
• The referee will talk with each coach before the game and review any ground rules or unusual circumstances.
• The referee will make sure all players are in proper uniform and notify the coach if any problems need to be rectified.
• The referee will remain unbiased while reffing a contest and will avoid verbal contact with spectators.
• The referee will approach their position as a representative of Cottage Grove Parks & Recreation, displaying respect for the facility, participants, parents, and co-workers.
• The referee will keep games under control. 

• Must have football knowledge.
• Knowledge of supervising children in an educational or recreational setting.
• Ability to carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision.

• Ability to move across the field to effectively officiate the game.