Baseball Umpire - seasonal/part-time

OPENING DATE: 03/03/2023            CLOSING DATE: until filled

SUMMARY:

The essential function of the position within the organization is to maintain standards of play at sporting events, ensuring rules are followed, and to determine penalties for infractions according to established regulations.  

 SUMMARY:

This position’s primary duties are:

• Studies and understands game rules that apply to a variety of sports.
• Judges’ gameplay during sporting events to award points and decide results.
• Observes gameplay closely makes calls based on the application of game rules, and assesses any required penalties according to established regulations.
• Ensures teams follow all safety regulations.
• Monitors times related to the event such as start and stop times, elapsed times, or race times; ensures time requirements are followed precisely and starts and stops gameplay as needed.
• When available, consult with other umpires and/or playback screens to make a final call on a contested play.
• Resolves complaints or rule infraction claims from participants.
• Examines and verifies the credentials of sporting event participants.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires high school diploma or GED, or specialized vocational training. Requires valid Driver’s License. Previous experience in the game is highly preferred.

Please submit an application and/or resume in an envelope marked “Umpire” to the City of Sevierville, Att: Human Resources, P.O. Box 5500, Sevierville, TN 37864-5500. Applications can be completed online.  Resumes may be sent by fax to 865-453-5518 or e-mailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

The City of Sevierville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class as identified under Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (as amended), the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, the Tennessee Human Rights Act, or on any basis protected by law. The City is a Drug-Free Workplace, and all applicants are subject to a background check, driving history check, and drug testing in accordance with City policy.

NOTE:  Only applicants who provide a valid e-mail address will be notified when the position has been filled.