Become an Official

Looking for an on-campus job? Become a contest official with Intramural Sports!
Officials are provided a quality hands-on experience both on and off the court/field while developing skills in conflict resolution, team building, time management, communication, and leadership in a fun and exciting atmosphere with flexible hours.

No prior officiating experience? Don't worry...our experienced staff will train you!

See what officials think about their experiences with Intramural Sports by checking out our testimonials page!

Interested in officiating?

All positions for 2017-18 have been filled.
We'd still love to have you join our team if you're returning to UWL next year. Please check back over the summer for more information.

Prospective officials can fill out the NEW Officials Interest Form here (form no longer active)
New officials are also encouraged to view the "New Officials" tab in the matrix below.

(a member of our administrative team will contact you prior to the semester beginning)

All officials are encouraged to join the UWL Student Officials Association (SOA). The SOA holds additional trainings and meetings in and also sends qualified officials out into the community for other opportunities. Additional information about SOA can be shared by contacting intramurals@uwlax.edu.

A copy of the officials and scorekeepers job description can be found here.

SPRING 2018 OFFICIATING OPPORTUNITIES

New Officials

Each year, Intramural Sports employs students to officiate contests in a variety of activities. Officials are required to attend training clinics specific to each activity and anyone classifying as a "new" official must attend a New Officials Meeting which will cover the employment process/paperwork and provide an overview of the Intramural Sports program.

Officials are classified as "new" if they have never worked on-campus before or if it has been more than one (1) calendar year since their last date of employment with Rec Sports.

To expedite the employment process, please bring one of the following groups of materials:
1 - Driver's License and Social Security Card
2 - Driver's License and Birth Certificate
3 - Passport

New Officials Meeting dates for the Spring 2018 semester are as-follows:

Tuesday, January 23
5:00 to 6:00 pm
REC Multipurpose Room

Note: Returning officials DO NOT need to attend one of these meetings but still must attend training clinics.

Contact us at intramurals@uwlax.edu with questions or concerns!

Scorekeeping

Intramural Sports employs contest scorekeepers for specific activities. Scorekeepers are primarily hired via an appointment through the Federal Work Study program and UWL Financial Aid Office.

To inquire about scorekeeping opportunities, please contact mschneider@uwlax.edu.

If you are an employee assigned to Rec Sports through Work Study, please look for an email from Mo McAlpine, Associate Director, for details regarding an introductory meeting.

Scorekeeping activities for 2017-18 include:

Outdoor Flag Football - 1st Quarter
Basketball - 2nd Quarter
Basketball - 3rd Quarter
Softball - 4th Quarter

Clinic and meeting details for scorekeepers can be found in the drop-down menu for each specific activity. It is preferred scorekeepers work the entire academic year.

Official/Scorekeeper Manual & FAQ

Officials and Scorekeepers Manual

Officials and Scorekeepers FAQ

4's Volleyball

4's Volleyball is a 3rd Quarter activity

Clinic #1
Tuesday, January 23
9:00 to 10:00 pm
Mitchell Hall Room 109

Clinic #2
Wednesday, January 24
6:30 to 7:30 pm
Mitchell Hall Room 26

All individuals are welcome to join, regardless of experience!

Reminder: Prospective officials must attend ALL training clinics, as materials build upon previous sessions. Contact administration at least 24 hours in advance if you cannot attend a training clinic.

It is recommended officials review rules and guidelines prior to all clinics and contests.