Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials
SOC Code: 27-2023 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Officiate at competitive athletic or sporting events. Detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations. Includes all sporting officials, referees, and competition judges.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge, LA | $71,489,600 | $132,468,960 | $193,446,240 | $254,425,600 |
| Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $71,968,000 | $125,964,800 | $179,961,600 | $233,958,400 |
| Lafayette, LA | $65,998,400 | $121,444,960 | $176,889,440 | $232,336,000 |
| Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $65,499,200 | $120,396,640 | $175,296,160 | $230,193,600 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA | $62,337,600 | $114,316,800 | $166,296,000 | $218,275,200 |
| Hammond, LA | $62,441,600 | $114,239,840 | $166,040,160 | $217,838,400 |
| Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $68,057,600 | $117,264,160 | $166,468,640 | $215,675,200 |
| Alexandria, LA | $63,003,200 | $109,782,400 | $156,561,600 | $203,340,800 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $63,003,200 | $109,782,400 | $156,561,600 | $203,340,800 |
| Monroe, LA | $63,003,200 | $109,782,400 | $156,561,600 | $203,340,800 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 3.6 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.4 | |
| Active Listening | 3.2 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.2 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Active Learning | 3.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 | |
| Learning Strategies | 3.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| English Language | 3.4 |
| Education and Training | 2.9 |
| Administration and Management | 2.9 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.7 |
| Psychology | 2.5 |
| Communications and Media | 2.4 |
| Mathematics | 2.2 |
| Computers and Electronics | 2.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 42.9% |
| Less than high school | 23.8% |
| Bachelor's degree | 14.3% |
| Some college | 9.5% |
| Associate's degree | 4.8% |
| Post-first professional | 4.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Officiate at sporting events, games, or competitions, to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules are observed.
- Signal participants or other officials to make them aware of infractions or to otherwise regulate play or competition.
- Inspect sporting equipment or examine participants to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations.
- Resolve claims of rule infractions or complaints by participants and assess any 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.
- Teach and explain the rules and regulations governing a specific sport.
- Inspect game sites for compliance with regulations or safety requirements.
Technology Skills
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