Sport Programs

Sports Program Official

Intramural Sport officials advance the mission of RecSports by aiding in facilitation of sport leagues at the University of Florida. Officials serve RecSports participants by ensuring safety of all participants and enforcing game rules during all intramural sporting events. RecSports officials are not required to have any prior experience; however, a basic knowledge of sports is encouraged.

Unit Specific Job Responsibilities

• Enforce sport rules during competition 

• Communicate with Scorekeepers and Supervisors as necessary to facilitate game contests in an efficient and effective manner 

• Carry out responsibilities at the following Intramural Sports contests:
  • Fall - 7v7 Flag Football, Softball, 3v3 Basketball, Indoor Volleyball, Indoor Soccer
  • Spring - 5v5 Basketball, Softball, 4v4 Flag Football, Outdoor Soccer
  • Summer - 5v5 Basketball, Softball, Indoor Soccer, Co-Rec Kickball
  • Officials/Umpires are hired for specific sports and can be hired to work multiple sports 

Requirements/Qualifications

• University of Florida student
• Minimal experience required, however, a basic knowledge of sports is desired
• Training sessions are conducted to provide officials with officiating techniques
• Complete and maintain UF online certifications GET803, OOC101, PRV802, ITT102, GET811

ATTENTION: ALL Officials MUST fill out a student employment application through the Careers at UF system. You must ALSO attend the Official's/Scorekeeper's Info Session for the sport(s) they are interested in being employed.