It is recommended that everyone watches the Onboarding Presentation Video before beginning the hiring process. Once completed, you will need to complete the 3-step hiring process to become eligible to officiate for the MPRB. To get started, please visit the MPRB Officials Homepage. If you are having difficulty with the process, please reach out to the Official Assigner for assistance and/or accommodations.
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It depends on the paperwork. To avoid confusion, please review the requirements below.
What is the minimum age requirement to qualify to officiate for the MPRB?
Work Rules for Youth 17 and Under
Adults 18+
Do I need to provide my own uniform and equipment?
Yes. The MPRB does not provide uniforms or equipment. All MPRB officials need to adhere to the required uniform and equipment requirements for each sport worked. Some items like whistles and stopwatches can be used across sports, but uniforms and other equipment are sport-specific and must be acquired before your first shift.
The upfront costs may be difficult for some at first, but our competitive pay and incentive benefits will help ease the initial burden. Information on pay rates can be found here.
Information on the uniform and equipment requirements for each sport can be found on the MPRB Official's Manual (pages 12-16).
Recommended Equipment Vendors (to purchase uniforms/equipment:
What do I need to do prior to my first shift?
Yes. The MPRB does not provide uniforms or equipment. All MPRB officials need to adhere to the required
How do I add my availability?
When should I confirm or reject an assignment?
What time should I arrive to my assignment?
What should I do if I'm going to be late to my assignment?
When should I complete my post-game reports?
How do I correctly put in a score?
What should I do if there is an issue with an outdoor field light?
When will I get paid?
What do I need to do if I have little to no experience?