Hi There,  
 

We are seeking motivated, passionate, and driven Umpiring Programs Officers on an ongoing casual basis. Successful candidates will be appointed early 2026 with programs commencing in February.
 
Key Responsibilities:  

The nature of the Umpiring Programs Officer role is diverse and works across multiple areas within umpiring in the WA Football Commission with the major aim to grow and promote umpiring participation. Duties are dependent on the appointed role and may include:

Community programs – weekday/weekend work

• Plan, prepare and deliver umpiring programs in junior and senior football clubs

• Plan, prepare and deliver Come and Try Clinics in the general community 

School Clinics – weekday work

• Plan, prepare and deliver Secondary School umpiring programs

• Plan, prepare and deliver Come and Try Clinics in Secondary schools

Umpiring WA Programs – weekday/weekend work

• Assist in delivery of Umpiring WA programs and workshops
   

Key Selection Criteria (Essential and Desirable): 

• Ability to lead and interact confidently with groups of participants and stakeholders (E) 

• Knowledge and experience in Australian Rules Football umpiring (E) 

• Demonstrated ability to innovate (E) 

• Demonstrated ability to operate under pressure situations whilst achieving outcomes (E) 

• A self-motivator, who achieves results autonomously or via teamwork (E) 

• Good customer relationships/ communications (E) 

• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills (E) 

• WWC Card or willingness to obtain (E) 

• National Police Clearance (E) 

• Drivers License and/or?reliable transport and willingness to travel (E) 

• Ability to work outside of normal working hours (E) 

• First Aid Certificate (E) or willingness to obtain 

• An?understanding of the WA Football structure and system (D) 

• Understanding of participation pathways in community sport (D) 

• Computer literacy (D) 

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment in a fast-paced, high profile business. If you want to further develop your career in professional sport with an industry-leading organisation, this could be the role for you! 

 
All applications will be required to present a current Working with Children Check, WA Drivers Licence and National Police Clearance (no older than six months). 
 
Interested applicants are required to submit a Cover Letter and Resume via email to Dan Gibbons dgibbons@wafootball.com.au to be considered for shortlisting.Successful applicants will be required to attend a training and induction session prior to commencing in the role.