**NOW HIRING REFEREES FOR OUR FALL LEAGUE**
GET PAID TO LEAD.
GAIN SERIOUS LIFE EXPERIENCE.
BUILD THE COMMUNITY.
At SNAPtivities, our referee crew is the backbone of game day. By design, we hire local students, young adults, and aged-out players because we believe the field is the ultimate classroom for real-world leadership.
Click HERE to find out why you should ref.
ready to join the crew?
To get cleared for the field, all perspective refs must complete these onboarding steps:
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choose your path:
paid referee
(age 14+)
COMPENSATION: $14-$22/Hour
For your first few games, you will be paired up on the field with an experienced referee to learn the mechanics in real-time (unpaid training period).
As soon as our field leads see you can command the game solo—which usually happens by the end of week one—you move directly into a paid spot!
volunteer Junior ref
(under age 14)
COMPENsATION: Volunteer / Community Service Hours.
The perfect, safe way for middle schoolers to start learning the tricks of the trade. You don't get paid yet, but you will work alongside an experienced mentor ref, gaining massive confidence, quick decision-making skills, and practical work experience before you turn 14.
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key responsibilities: What does a ref do?
Our crew members are far more than just whistle-blowers—they are game managers and mentors. On the field, you will handle:
dispute Resolution
Handle sideline or on-field conflicts calmly and explain decisions clearly to coaches and players.
rule enforcement
Apply the official rules of flag football consistently, fairly, and decisively.
score keeping
Keep track of the score for each game and submit to league director.
safety & Equipment
Ensure every child is wearing proper safety gear and maintain a clean, secure playing environment.
game management
Keep the game moving at an excellent, crisp pace while accurately tracking the time and keeping score.
professionalism
Remain completely impartial, communicate respectfully with players, and project confidence.
play management
Make sharp, definitive calls on fast-moving plays (like pass interference or whether a flag was cleanly pulled).