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Love Rules, Sports, and a Great Community? Become an Official with Rose City Rollers!

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ORGANIZATION: Rose City Rollers

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Want to be part of world-class roller derby action? Rose City Rollers is recruiting Skating and Non-Skating Officials to ensure every game is fair, safe, and thrilling!

Why Join Us?
Be in the Action: Train alongside home and travel teams every Wednesday and Saturday during scrimmages.
Master Roller Derby Rules: There’s no better way to learn the sport than by being in the thick of it!
No Experience Needed: We offer dedicated training for all officiating roles - come as you are!

Be Part of Derby Excellence
Officials are the heartbeat of roller derby. Whether you’re on skates or off, you’ll build skills, make lasting friendships, and play a key role in Rose City’s dynamic derby scene.

What You’ll Do:
Skating Officials

  • Inside Pack Referee: Define the pack, assess penalties, and maintain control.

  • Outside Pack Referee: Monitor the outer edge of gameplay.

  • Jammer Referee: Track scoring, assign lead jammer status, and call jammer penalties.

Non-Skating Officials

  • Jam Timer: Start jams and keep the game on schedule.

  • Scorekeeper/Scoreboard Operator: Record and display jammer points.

  • Penalty Box Manager/Timer: Track skaters in the penalty box and release them on time.

  • Penalty Tracker: Log infractions to keep the game running smoothly.

Ready to Join?
Step into a crucial role in the world of roller derby and help us make every game unforgettable. Reach out to officials@rosecityrollers.com to sign up today.

Get your whistle ready - your roller derby adventure starts here!

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About Rose City Rollers

Location:

7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR 97202, US

Mission Statement

Our Mission Statement The Rose City Rollers mission is to serve women, girls, and gender-expansive individuals who want to play the team sport of roller derby, connect with an inclusive community, and realize their power both on skates and off. The Rose City Rollers league is made up of over 400 smart, tough, accomplished women, girls and gender expansive individuals who skate fast, hit hard, and defy stereotypes about athletes in women’s sports. Our league consists of 4 home teams, an internationally-ranked travel team, 2 junior derby programs, a developmental competitive program and a recreational program with skaters ranging in age from 7 to 60 years old.

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Our Volunteer Spirit

As an almost entirely volunteer-run organization, the Rose City Rollers offer opportunities for skaters and community volunteers to learn professional skills by working and training along side experienced professionals in the fields of media, film, marketing, development, event planning, graphic design, and more. Our volunteers also work hard to support local non-profit organizations whose missions resonate and reflect the RCR mission. We are hard at work building a strong, supportive, and welcoming community of skaters, fans, volunteers, and other organizations.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
LGBTQ+
Sports & Recreation
Community, LGBTQ+, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

7805 SE Oaks Park WayPortland, OR 97202

(45.47249,-122.66184)
 

SKILLS

  • Sports Coaching
  • Customer Service

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 14
  • Orientation or Training
  • 2 - 5 hours/week

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