Director of Officiating
We are RCX Sports, the leader in youth sports experiences and events. While diverse in our offerings, we are the official licensee and operating partner of NFL FLAG, Jr. NBA Leagues, NHL Street Hockey, MLS GO, and MLB Pitch Hit and Run. At RCX Sports we are committed to improving the accessibility and inclusivity of sports by enhancing the youth sports experience and creating opportunities for all athletes to play. By partnering with premier sports brands, professional leagues and businesses, RCX works to equip local youth sports leagues with the resources, training and tools they need in order to thrive.
The Director of Officiating will work cross-departmentally to lead the strategic development and execution of the NFL FLAG Officiating model and NFL FLAG rule book. In this role, you will oversee the Officiating department, manage the assignment of all NFL FLAG officials for NFL FLAG tournaments and events, lead NFL FLAG Officials Certification Program, develop a pipeline for new officials, and support our NFL FLAG league operators with Officiating training and resources. This position will report to the Senior Director of Field Operations and requires a background in flag football officiating and strong leadership skills.
Job Responsibilities:
- Serve as the main point of contact for NFL FLAG officials and oversee all assigning of officials at NFL FLAG regional and national tournaments
- Forge partnerships with different groups around the country to find new officials to add to the database and develop a strong NFL FLAG Officials pipeline to utilize at events and provide as a resource to our league operators
- Continue to develop and maintain NFL FLAG Officials Certification Program
- Host 6-8 national in-person or virtual NFL FLAG Officials trainings for officials and league operators
- Conceptualize new rule books for NFL FLAG leagues or tournaments, and assist in implementing those rules
- Provide guidance on NFL FLAG tournament rule and their implementation
- Support NFL FLAG Leagues and NFL Clubs with official/referee assignments when applicable
- Assist the Senior Director of Field Operations and National Tournament Director with the development and execution of our regional and national tournament model
- Coordinate with Manager of Officials to ensure owned and operated leagues have scheduling, payment, and training support
- Effectively communicate the NFL FLAG tournament rules to coaches and officials
- Oversee the management of communication and inquiries from teams and coaches as it pertains to regional and national tournaments
- Oversee background checks and SafeSport training for officials
- Coordinate and book all travel for officials when applicable
- Other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Field Operations
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in sports management, business, or related field (or 4 years of equivalent work experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree)
- At least 5 years of flag football experience and officiating or referee experience
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills including personnel management, mentoring, coaching, and performance management
- Working knowledge of staffing best practices including hiring employees and independent contractors
- Prior experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Teams, Outlook, Excel, etc.), customer databases, and official/referee assigning or payment platform
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills and ability to build authentic, collaborative relationships with internal and external partners
- Initiative-taking and driven professional mindset with a passion for the enhancement of youth sports across the country
- Ability to lift 50-75 pounds
More about the role:
- Travel: Up to 65% of the year
- Work Schedule: Full-Time 40 hours/week (Monday-Friday) with occasional nights and frequent weekends
- Location: Remote
- Compensation Structure: Salaried, FLSA Exempt (OT-ineligible), paid semi-monthly. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on employee and Company performance.
- Reports to: Senior Director of Field Operations
- Supervisory Responsibilities: This position may have multiple full-time or part-time direct reports
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits & Perks:
- Stay Healthy: Enroll in comprehensive benefits & insurance plans with no waiting period
- Be Well: Expense up to $65 per month for health & wellness
- Maximize Savings: Contribute to your 401k retirement savings with company matching
- Be Comfortable: Enjoy a relaxed casual dress code
- Take Time: Enjoy a variety of time off benefits including Unlimited PTO and paid Parental Leave
- Stay Connected: Work equipment (laptop and monitor) provided by RCX Sports plus, expense up to $350 towards the purchase of a personal use laptop, tablet, or computer
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
RCX Sports is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and team members without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We will make reasonable accommodations when necessary for team members and applicants with disabilities or handicaps, provided the individual is otherwise qualified to perform the job's essential functions. Likewise, RCX Sports will comply with all legal requirements relating to accommodating religious beliefs and practices. If you believe that you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
