JOB DESCRIPTION
Officiate at competitive athletic or sporting events. Detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations. Includes all sporting officials, referees, and competition judges.
OTHER JOB TITLES
Basketball Referee, Commissioner of Officials, Director of Officiating, Diving Judge, Horse Show Judge, Major League Baseball Umpire, Referee, Softball Umpire, Sports Official
JOB TASKS
ANNUAL SALARY
- Workers on average earn per hour not listed. – $39,370 annual.
- Projected Growth (2019-2029) Much faster than average (8% or higher)
- Projected job openings (2019-2029) 3,400
REQUIRED EDUCATION
High School Diploma/ GED, On-the-job experience
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