Working for Cricket Australia means that you become a part of Australia’s proud history and help us look toward the future. We are seeking to drive bold, transformative change in digital experiences, junior participation, culturally diverse inclusion, gender equality and sustainability, whilst also reimagining the W/BBL, building player connection through storytelling and playing our part in developing the game globally.
Our purpose is clear; to unite and inspire everyone to love and play cricket. Cricket is so much more than just a game; it brings people together and binds us all through our shared experiences.
This is your opportunity to join a purpose led organisation that truly makes a difference to Australians.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We have created a new role within our Events & Operations Department. We’re looking for someone to be responsible for all umpire appointments to Cricket Australia Domestic Competitions throughout the summer. You will work in conjunction with members of the Umpire Selection Panel to ensure that Cricket Australia continues to identify and produce world class umpires. We have big ambitions for this space, so we’re looking for drive, passion, and energy to bring our plans to life.
Reporting to the Match Officials Manager, you’ll be responsible for:

• Employing sound processes and practices to ensure the Umpire Selection Panel delivers the fair and meritorious selection and appointment of umpires to CA umpire panels and Cricket Australia competitions;
• Appointment of Umpires to Cricket Australia competition matches, working closely with the Umpire Selection Panel and umpiring stakeholders to ensure understanding of the appointment strategy and rationale;
• Reviewing umpire performances to enable considered and informed decisions when selecting umpires of panels and competitions, including the preparation of reports, mid and post season feedback and other administrative requirements.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A comprehensive and demonstratable knowledge of the Australian Cricket Umpiring Pathway
• Recent or contemporary involvement with Australian Cricket or other major sport in an umpiring, coaching or playing capacity
• Exception communication skills, with a proven ability to develop trust with and the respect of umpires, players and team officials
• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict, exercise sound judgement and promoting acceptance of decisions across diverse key stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in making considered and clear decisions, which may involve difficult choices, and taking action with confidence under self-direction

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Our employees at Cricket are gifted an additional week of leave at the end of the season! As a CA employee, you will also have other benefits including:

• Tickets to the Cricket for you to take your friends and family and experience Australia’s favourite game!
• A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (this isn’t limited to working remotely)
• Discounts from our partners such as ASICS and salary packaging options
• A multitude of leave types including paid parental leave and volunteer leave

OUR CULTURE
Cricket is a sport for all Australians and our workplace reflects that. We recognise our differences are our strength and a diverse and inclusive workforce is fundamental to our success. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of colour, gender, LGBTIQ+ people, people with diverse religious beliefs and people with a disability to apply. Our culture is founded on our values:

• Aspire
• Respect
• Lead together

Australian Cricket, including Cricket Australia, is committed to being a child safe organisation and requires all team members to hold a valid Working with Children Check.
If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact careers@cricket.com.au
Please submit your application by 5.00pm, Monday, 16 September 2024. In the meantime, follow us on our socials via Instagram @cricketaustralia, via X @cricketaus and via our website https://www.cricket.com.au/