Adult Slow-Pitch Umpire

Overview

Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help make a real impact in this community! As part of our National Gold Medal Award–winning organization, you’ll help bring joy, adventure, and enrichment to millions each year. JCPRD welcomes over 7 million visitors to our parks and engages 3 million+ participants in more than 4,000 programs—and we’re still growing.

When you work at JCPRD, you’re joining a team recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. Enjoy outstanding benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a workplace culture built on passion, creativity, and teamwork.

Named Best Large Employer in Johnson County for two years running, JCPRD is the perfect place to grow your career, make a difference, and have fun doing it. Come work where you play—and help us inspire healthier, happier lives for everyone!

Job Description

For over 60 years, the Johnson County Park & Recreation District (JCPRD) has been committed to enhancing the lives of Johnson County citizens through well-maintained parks, high-quality programs, and forward-thinking initiatives. JCPRD is widely recognized both locally and nationally for its excellence and commitment to the community. Annually, JCPRD serves more than 7 million park visitors and over 3 million participants in its 4,000+ recreational programs.

As a dynamic organization, JCPRD keeps pace with developing trends to provide exceptional services and experiences. All games played at the newly renovated Mid America Sports Complex on synthetic turf fields.

Johnson County Parks & Recreation District (JCPRD) is looking for a personable and dependable applicant to join our team as a Softball Official at the Mid-America Sports Complex.

· Work hours are available Sunday - Thursday, 4 - 20 hours per week with a flexible work schedule.

· Earn $27.00 per game (55-minute games).

· We facilitate Men's Rec, Competitive, Co-Ed Rec and Co-Ed Competitive.

· We supply umpire shirts.

· We are looking for individuals who have communication skills, can do conflict resolution while remaining calm, and make decisions in sometime high-pressure situations.

· We will train qualified candidates.

If you enjoy Softball and would just like to earn extra $$ as well as looking for a fun job in a competitive, recreational environment then JCPRD could very well be the right fit for you!

Job Requirements

• Minimum age is 18 years and older.
• Working knowledge of the game of Softball or willing to learn.
• Evening availability (Sunday – Thursday)
• Good communication skills - must be personable yet comfortable having authority.
• Must be reliable and punctual.
• Previous officiating or playing experience preferred but not required.

Job Overview:

• Arrive early to athletic venue (15 minutes before game time).
• Officiate games to ensure that game rules are observed.
• Record scores.
• Provide the best environment and experience possible for all our patrons.
• Proudly represent JCPRD as a highly visible and accessible member of our team.

JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department.