National Director of Referees – USA Water Polo – Position Available

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

·         Ensure the USAWP referee system is based on merit and not on patronage.

·         On-going communication with Zone Head Referees on USAWPR Certification Requirements; evaluation and training opportunities; Referee Management Procedures; recruitment; in each Zone.

·         Regular communication on policies/procedure and all updates on rules and interpretations.

·         Maintain regular communication with all Referee Members in regard to USAWPR Policies and Procedures.  Must be up-to-date with all current rule revisions and interpretations.

·         Responsible for the continued development of the Delegate Evaluator Corp including but not limited to the operations, training and consistent application of evaluations for Referee Members.

·         Develop and administer USA Water Polo Referee Certification Schools in each zone.

·         Assignment of referees at USAWP National Events; ODP National Championships; Junior Olympics; Rocktober; Champions Cup; Dare to Dream Festival and Holiday Camp.

·         Development and administration of USAWP Referee Certification schools in each zone.

·         Annual evaluations of all USAWP Referees.

·         Rating of Referees for FINA and UANA nominations and assignments.

·         Direct responsibility for all operational aspects and logistics of the Arbiter One Referee management system.

·         Management of the USAWP Referee Certification Level Retention and Advancement Program.

·         Oversee the USAWP Incident Reporting system.  Conduct monthly meetings with ZHR’s to overview.

·         Record keeping and Management of Certification and Eligibility Requirements for USAWP Referees.

·         Ensure the complete accountability for the Referee management and logistics for all USA Water Polo Sanctioned National Events, including all High-Performance Events.

·         Other duties as detailed in the USAWP Zone Policies and Procedures, USAWP Conduct of Championships, and the ODP Operations Manual.

·         Other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

 ·         Collaboration and timely communication with CHPO, ZHR, and other USA Water Polo Staff as required.

·         Effective functionality and operations of Arbiter One and On Line Referee management resources.

·         Effective operation and incorporation of the Olympic Development Program into Referee Training and Development.

·         Referee Membership growth and development.

·         Professional appearance, conduct, and communication.

·         Effective annual evaluations of referees.

QUALIFICATIONS

 §  Possess Administrative Leadership qualities

Proficient working knowledge of Google Drive, Excel, Word and Microsoft programs.

§  Detail and Action Plan Oriented

§  Previous experience in referee management and evaluation is preferred (not required).

§  Excellent Communication and Collaboration Skills