Manager of Referees

Newfoundland & Labrador Soccer Association
POSITION Details
Position Type
Full Time
Job location
St. John's, NL
Application Deadline Date
April 30, 2025
Salary Range

Position: Manager of Referees

Overview

Newfoundland and Labrador Soccer Association (NLSA) is seeking a highly motivated and passionate individual for its Manager of Referees position. The MOR will be responsible for providing administration, development, and oversight for all NLSA Referee matters.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Referee Administration

  • Develop an independent Referee Development Committee for Newfoundland & Labrador under the guidance of the Manager of Referees.
  • Responsibility for leading the Assessor and Instructor programs for Newfoundland & Labrador.
  • Represent the Referee Development Program on all internal NLSA meetings.
  • Coordinate with other NLSA staff to manage the registration and control of referees.
  • Receive and process Referee Dismissal Reports and Special Incident reports.
  • Serve as a liaison with Canada Soccer, other provinces, and all leagues and competitions for all matters related to Refereeing.
  • Develop and Manage the scope and budget for a long-term, comprehensive Referee Development Program for NLSA (10-year plan).
  • Work with NLSA Member Clubs to ensure referee onboarding, education, development, and mentoring.
  • Manager of Referees would be required to sit on the NLSA Competitions Committee for continuity and communication.

Referee Development Programs

  • Build and maintain relationships with PSO Referee Directors.
  • Coordinate with Referee Instructors to ensure annual refresher and entry-level material is prepared and delivered in accordance with Canada Soccer and NLSA policies.
  • Coordinate with NLSA Staff and Referee Instructors to implement annual refresher and entry-level programs.
  • Coordinate with Referee Instructors to arrange for development of regular in-service training for referees and, when necessary, regional referee upgrading courses.
  • Arrange for education sessions for Assessors and Instructors to ensure they meet accreditation requirements as set by Canada Soccer.
  • Ensure new and developing Referees receive appropriate mentoring feedback and are upgraded in a timely manner.
  • Maintain records – referee assessments, work completed by Assessors and Instructors, referee mentor reports, submitted discipline reports.
  • Attend games and events around the province and provide and/or assist with mentor education & support.
  • Lead and execute the education, certification, and management of qualified referees to support a Provincial Futsal Competition.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Past or current experience and involvement with soccer, preferably as a referee.
  • Experience with Google Workspace tools including Google Slides, Google Sheets, and Google Docs.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.
  • Excellent relationship-building skills.

Skills & Qualifications (Assets)

  • Interest, aptitude, and ability as a referee mentor, instructor, and assessor.

What’s in it for you?

  • Impact: We are a dynamic team that’s focused on providing a better experience for all involved in the game of Soccer. Everyone’s contribution is valued and meaningful.
  • Meaning: The impact of our efforts leads to quality services for our membership base.
  • Flexibility: We have a fun, collaborative work environment with flexible work arrangements available.
    This is an opportunity for the right individual to help grow our game as part of a committed, passionate, and collaborative team.

Salary: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.

How to apply: The posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. To apply in confidence, please submit your resume and cover letter to Charlie Reid, Executive Director – NLSA at charlie.reid@nlsa.ca.

Application Details
Employer
Newfoundland & Labrador Soccer Association
Contact Person
Charlie Reid
39 Churchill Avenue
St. John's, NL A1A0H7
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