Athletics Ireland Recruiting New Officials for Championships
Athletics Ireland is Recruiting Officials for Championships
Athletics Ireland is in the process of recruiting new Officials for its Championships. Anyone interested in becoming an Official should This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. at Athletics Ireland ASAP, phone 018869933 or 0879752242
Why Officiate?
There are many reasons why people are motivated to officiate in athletics, from giving something back to the sport they love, helping improve their skills, making new friends, to experiencing the sport from a different aspect.
Want to give something back to your sport?
- Are you currently injured, or retired from active participation, but would still like to be involved in athletics? Why not see the sport from a different perspective and try officiating?
- Pass on your skills to others.
- Put your skills and experience to good use.
- Meet new people.
- Make new friends.
- Become involved with athletics.
Whatever your motivation towards becoming an official, is a great way to enjoy athletics from a different perspective. It’s also a great opportunity to get outdoors, meet new friends and get closer to the action!
Officials
Officials play a crucial role in making hundreds of events run smoothly throughout the length and breadth of Ireland, on a weekly basis. Athletics Ireland offers resources for current officials, along with those seeking certification as officials
From working at National Championships to officiating at juvenile club and schools meetings, officials play a vital role and are essential for maintaining the highest levels of integrity at all levels of competition.
Training and Certification of Officials
Training and certification of officials is central to Atheltics Ireland's goal of ensuring fair and safe competitive opportunities for athletes. The training and certification processes promotes a serious and professional approach to officiating and demonstration of an official's commitment to excellence.
As an official gains experience, exposure to correct officiating practices, and additional training, Athletics Ireland recognizes this skill development through the progressive gradings of certification. At the highest levels, there is a progression route to IAAF certification and the possiblility of acting as an official in IAAF Championships.
Insurance
Currently registered and accredited Athletics Ireland Officials who are requested to officiate at a Championship event run under the auspices of Athletics Ireland, are automatically covered under the Athletics Ireland Insurance Policy
