Adult and Youth Sports Officials are responsible for refereeing or officiating at competitive sports events. Incumbents must possess a high level of knowledge of the rules and regulations assigned to particular sports and work without direct technical supervision. PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only) Officiates at City sports and athletic events. Determines methods of play and interprets and enforces game rules. Maintains knowledge of recreation and sports event rules and regulations. Maintains order and enforces safety procedures for both participants and spectators during sporting events. Ensures that game courts, fields, and equipment are in proper and safe playing condition. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements:Must submit one set of fingerprints to the California Department of Justice if 18 years of age or older in accordance with State law for all public recreation employees and volunteers who have direct contact with minors (i.e., those under 18 years); and. Must submit to a urine drug screen as a requirement of employment if 18 years of age or older. Knowledge of:Scoring techniques in seasonal sports;Officiating techniques and methods of refereeing disputes;Basic arithmetic principles and practices;Methods of scorekeeping; and. Game rules in a variety of sports, such as basketball, softball, volleyball, and football. This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirement of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.