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Straight from VIMS

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for training, directing and supervising all Referees. Oversees all scoring processes and procedures. Has final authority for decisions regarding team scores. Play a critical role in ensuring smooth flow of match play, and maintaining the pace of the event.



*Must sign a Volunteer Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Form prior to start of service



BENEFITS OF THE POSITION

· Make a difference in the lives of youth by creating a fun, meaningful, and inspirational experience for team members

· Significant level of responsibility

· High visibility role

· Ability to work and interact with volunteers, team members and students, contracted and FIRST staff

· Ability to contribute to the successful execution of the competition; impact quality of event

· Positioned on perimeter of the playing field; fast-paced action

· Physically active role, not sedentary

· Opportunity to work in an exciting, fun, highly charged environment



ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Demonstrate Gracious Professionalism

· Conduct referee training; may attend Volunteer Meeting if desired

· Supervise referees

· Observe matches, “call” and announce rule infractions; determines penalties

· Lead score deliberations and make final decision regarding match scores.

· Provide match scores to the Scorekeeper/Field Power Controller

· Participate in deliberations with the Field Supervisor, Lead Robot Inspector, and Innovation First staff regarding robot-related issues raised by opposing team

· Work closely with the Field Supervisor and Scorekeeper/Field Power Controller to ensure matches proceed smoothly and matches are on schedule

· Monitor and promote safe practices on and around the playing field; wear safety glasses during the matches

· Secure and distributes referee supplies



EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS NEEDED

· Two years FIRST referee experience strongly suggested

· Demonstrate diplomacy and authority; be assertive, but tactful

· Thorough knowledge of the competition game and rules of play

· Outgoing personality; high energy

· Strong communication, diplomacy skills

· Self-directed individual

· Ability to collaborate with others, work as a member of a team

· Attention to detail

· Ability to move about the field

· Ability to stand for long periods of time

· Strong assessment skills



TRAINING:

Provided by FIRST headquarters prior to start of competition season. May include: live and/or recorded web conferences, teleconference(s), manual and other support materials, email communications and one-on-one support. First-year volunteer may serve in an apprentice role, working with a veteran Head Referee.



TIME COMMITMENT AND SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

Commitment: Thursday (training), Friday, and Saturday; participation in training offered by FIRST