Officials

March Meetings

March Meetings

Officials play an important role in making thousands of events run smoothly. From working national championships to officiating high-school track meets, officials are essential for maintaining the highest levels of integrity at all levels of competition. This section offers resources for current officials, as well as those seeking certification.

To certify as an official, an individual must:
1) attend a clinic
2) be a member of USATF (a special discounted 4-year rate is available to officials)
3) Pass SafeSport with its associated background check
4) Pay the official's certification fee of $XX
5) Pass the official's rules review
6) Submit an electronic copy of their photograph (exact formatting details to follow)

We ask all candidates to let us know you plan to attend so we have enough materials on hand. Please email officials@newjersey.usatf.org.

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TO BECOME AN OFFICIAL:

1. Fill out an online new officials certification application for the 4-year Olympiad;
2. Pay a National application fee of $20 plus servicing charge;
3. Attend a free introductory clinic offered twice yearly in NJ;
4. Rules Review
5. Upload a digital headshot in USATF Connect for a certification badge
6. Become a USATF member ($40 annually);
7. Get a USATF-approved background check;
8. Take USOC Safe Sport course online;
9. Code of Ethics & Performance Guidelines

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