About Us:

Sabertooth Sports & Entertainment (SS&E) is committed to delivering world-class sports and entertainment experiences. We manage and operate premier facilities, including the Ford Ice Center, home to ice sports and entertainment in the Clarksville area. We are dedicated to fostering a safe, fun, and professional environment for all participants and fans.

Job Title: Part-Time Referee, Ford Ice Center - Clarksville

Job Responsibilities:

• Control the pace and maintain order during all hockey games.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of up-to-date USA Hockey rules and regulations.
• Officiate hockey games or competitions to ensure standards of play are maintained and game rules are observed.
• Stop play to signal participants or other officials to make them aware of infractions or to regulate play or competition.
• Maintain a thorough understanding and knowledge of rules, procedures, and interpretations.
• Impose penalties for infractions when appropriate.
• Inspect sporting equipment and/or examine participants to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations.
• Keep track of game times and elapsed time during game segments, starting or stopping play when necessary.
• Resolve claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants and assess necessary penalties, according to regulations.
• Report to regulating organizations regarding sporting activities, complaints made, and actions taken or needed such as fines or other disciplinary actions.
• Confer with other sporting officials, coaches, players, and facility managers to provide information, coordinate activities, and discuss problems.
• Work all hockey games assigned based on provided availability.
• Maintain a professional demeanor on and off the ice.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must have a Level 1 USA Hockey officiating certification at minimum; other levels depend on the game level.
• Knowledge of the hockey community in the Middle Tennessee area.
• Skating experience required.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to focus on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Calm and professional manner while interacting with coaches, players, and fans, ensuring the safety and integrity of the game.
• Skating ability equal to or above the level of the game officiated.
• Strong skating skills maintained to match the level of players officiated.
• Background check, including criminal history, driving history, and character references, as a condition of employment.
• Valid driver’s license, suitable driving history, and insurable by SS&E’s insurance carrier (without conditions).

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting, bending, walking, and handling of heavy equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work on an ice surface.
• Ability to ice skate.
• Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures, and loud noise.
• Ability to stand upright for continuous periods.
• Excellent speaking and listening skills.

Equipment Used:

• Office equipment, industrial equipment, hockey equipment, ice resurfacing equipment, and scoreboard equipment.

Note:

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by any authorized person.

Preds Perks:

In addition to medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, all full-time employees of the Nashville Predators and entities are eligible for Preds Perks, which include competitive pay, referral bonuses, 401K eligibility, priority access to event presales, tickets to events (when available), Nashville Locker Room (pro shop) discount, premium pay for overnight shifts, 19+ days of paid time off each year, Ford Ice Center programming discount, on-demand pay, and bonus potential.

To Apply:

To apply, please submit a copy of your resume along with a cover letter detailing your interest and related experience for the position.

Due to the high volume of resumes received, we regret that we are unable to update candidates on the status of their application. Those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Please no phone calls or emails.

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