Canlan Sports is the largest private-sector owner and operator of recreational sports complexes in North America. The company's success in the sports and recreation industry is attributed to a focus on innovative programming, service excellence, world-class sports communities , and an understanding of its customers’ expectations and the commitment needed to deliver industry-leading participant experiences.

The Referee-in-Chief (RIC) performs a critical role in the delivery of Adult Safe Hockey League during the ASHL season.

Job Summary

The Referee-in-Chief is responsible for assigning qualified officials for the Adult Safe Hockey League, as prescribed by the playing schedule, which is completed in 3-4 stages over the course of the season, approximately 7-14 days in advance of game play. Administrative tasks include the completion, communication, and revision of the Referee roster and schedules, recruitment, training, and development of officials, as well as meetings, clinics, and evaluations, as required.

Accountabilities

• Assignment of 2 qualified hockey officials for every game

• Enforcement of Referee standards as prescribed by the ASHL Rule Book, the annual Exam, Code of Conduct, and Independent Contractor Agreement

• Execution of a Referee Meeting, seasonally (or as needed)

• Execution of a Referee Clinic, including on-ice training, seasonally (or as needed)

• Communication of League initiatives to all Referees

• Preserves a strong line of communication with the League Manager

• Timely and professional response to internal/external customer inquiries and feedback

• Follow-up with Referees to ensure the correct and consistent application of playing rules

Abilities, Attributes and Experience

• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours (evenings & weekends).

• Strong demonstrated Excel Microsoft Excel and Outlook (or equivalent software) skills,

• Team oriented.

• Great People and Relationship Skills.

• Strong Leadership Skills.

• Strong Communicator.

• Excellent Organizational Skills.

• Strong Work Ethic.

• This position requires a police background check and clearance with respect to persons working with and / or associating with youth and vulnerable persons

• Certification: has previously achieved Level III certification in the Hockey Canada Officiating Program.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a hockey official.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a supervisor of officials.

If you are interested, please apply online.

NOTE: Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices.

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