New Canaan Recreation Department
Mens Softball Umpire Job Description
Job Title: Mens Softball Umpire
Classification:Part Time, Seasonal
Reports To: Reports directly to the Assistant Recreation Director
Staff Supervision: None
Position Purpose:
To umpire Mens Softball League Games
Essential Job Functions:
Schedule advance dates for work
Review USA Softball rules
Report to the softball box before assigned game time.
Umpire game
Equipment Used:
Umpire uniform required, brush, umpire indicator.
Qualifications:
Age 16+, USA Softball certified umpire required.
Physical Requirements:
The position will require the physical ability to umpire effectively the game of Slow Pitch Softball including walk/run/stand and arm signals. The position will require good vision and maintain verbal communication with the players and coaches. Required ability to use good judgment and apply the rules of softball. Sport related tolerance to verbal criticism from participants and spectators. Effective communications skills are necessary along with your ability to maintain a safe environment for participants and spectators.