Umpire- In-Chief
First, thank you for volunteering to be an Umpire-in-chief. You are the voice of the SCLL and represent all the umpires. All issues and concerns on and off the field will be directed through you. You are responsible for the planning and execution of a successful umpiring season. Below is a list of the common duties of an Umpire-in-chief. If you have questions that have not been answered here, please seek support from the Vice President of Baseball and Vice President of Softball.
Role
The Umpire-in-chief’s primary responsibility is to provide leadership, mentorship, knowledge, and an umpire Growth Program. In addition, the Umpire-In-Chief must communicate effectively with the SCLL Executive Board, Board of Directors, umpires, coaches, and parents as required. Finally, the Umpire-In-Chief must facilitate a healthy, fun and educational environment for kids, coaches and parents; and inspire the principals of sport through the game of baseball/Softball.
Duties
Monthly Meetings: Attend monthly SCLL Board meetings to discuss league topics. Vote on changes to policy, expenditures and contribute new Ideas. Understand SCLL Constitution and Bylaws, Code of Conduct and the rules that apply to the divisions.
Pre-Season: Address the training needs of local umpires. Establish a clinic schedule for new and returning umpires for their certification with the help of LLI training in Williamsport, PA and Bristol, CT. Be the liaison with the District Administrator and monitor the LLI website for training opportunities.. Be the liaison with area Umpire-in-chiefs.
Scheduling: Oversee the Umpire Co-ordinator. Recommend improvements to the schedule ensuring the umpires have the correct certification for the level of play. When requested by the LL District 5, identifies local umpires to take part in Tournaments. Works with SCLL Scheduling Committee to learn and utilize Assignr Technology Platforms to make scheduling umpires and paying umpires seamless.
Equipment: Familiarize yourself with SCLL and CRPR fields and equipment. The SCLL Equipment manager will provide you with the keys to access the parks and lock ups / lock boxes and equipment shed. All Umpire equipment will be available. Umpires in SCLL will be given an Umpire uniform, and equipment for the Spring, Summer, & Fall season. All requests for replacement gear should come to the Umpire-in-chief. Equipment will be returned by each umpire at the end of the Fall Season.
Uniforms: Establish a date to receive and distribute Umpire uniforms. The Uniform Director and the Equipment Manager will assist you with any special requests. Umpires in SCLL will be given an Umpire uniform, and equipment for the Spring, Summer, & Fall season. All requests for replacement gear should come to the Umpire-in-chief.
Fields: All SCLL Fields are maintained by SCLL and all CRPR fields are maintained by CRPR . Everyone involved in baseball/softball are responsible for keeping the fields safe and clean. Any unresolved issues should be communicated to the Vice President of Baseball and Softball.
Leadership: Attend games during the season to monitor umpires. Respond to rule interpretations and inform umpires of any rule changes. Mentor young umpires providing leadership and direction. Give umpires the tools needed to maintain a quality workforce. The Umpire-in-chief has the full support of the Executive board and board of directors.