Bring your Passion for Sports to the Y and Inspire Youth and Adults

Whether you’re leading youth programs, coaching teams, or creating memorable experiences, your role will be at the heart of building a healthier, more connected community. At the YMCA, we’re dedicated to helping people of all ages and abilities thrive through sports and recreation. If you're excited about making an impact and being part of a team that values growth, teamwork, and community, we invite you to apply and help us inspire the next generation of athletes!

Why you’ll love the YMCA  

As a part-time staff member, you will receive a free individual membership, or 50% off family membership, and 50% discounted programs for you and your household. 

Other perks our Y employees enjoy: 

• Personal Development: You’ll have many opportunities for free training and certifications, as well as opportunities to advance and potentially find a long-term career. 
• Childcare: While working, up to four hours of Childwatch is offered at membership branches during regular childwatch hours, also enjoy 50% discounted before and afterschool care and summer day camp options. 
• Fulfillment: Experience a flexible schedule while working for a company that cares about you personally and is actively involved in our community!

Responsibilities 

The Whitley County Family YMCA is seeking enthusiastic and energetic part-time Sports Referees to join our team and ensure quality standards for YMCA youth sports programs.

• Serve: Maintain a playing environment that is safe and efficient; respond to emergencies when needed, and make responsible judgments with regard to participant and/or program area conduct.
• Care: Responsible for the conduct of the area and individual/game management and provide rule enforcement when needed. 
• Lead: Keep accurate records of sports data and set up equipment and/or stores equipment according to YMCA established procedures.

Requirements 

Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne as well as:

• Must be at least 16 years of age. 
• Must have at least 2 years of high school or the equivalent.
• Additional certification, education, or experience as deemed necessary by the Sports director. 
• Two seasons of experience in specific sport officiating or playing is preferred.
• Incumbent must have a schedule that allows for evening and weekend responsibilities
• Ability to relate to, welcome and communicate with diverse groups of people regardless of age, race, economic status, religion, or cultural differences.  

Salary: Part-time $11.85-$12.35 hourly

Hours Available: Saturday mornings-early afternoon

Location: Whitley County Family YMCA, 950 E. Van Buren, Columbia City, IN 46725