Below, roles are divided into those that require league training and those that do not. We hope this helps you choose the best fit for your schedule and comfort level.

🏅 Certified Deck Positions (League Training Required)

These are officiating roles on deck and require league certification.

• Stroke & Turn Judge*
  Observe swimmers to ensure proper stroke and turn technique is followed according to league rules.
• Head Timer* (Home Meets)
  Oversees timers and tracks the current event number on a flip chart for swimmers and spectators.
• Starter* (Home Meets)
  Ensures fair and consistent starts by giving commands and starting each heat when swimmers are properly positioned.
• Head Referee*
  A two-year certified official who oversees the meet, enforces league rules, resolves disputes, and may disqualify swimmers when necessary.
• Scorekeeper*
  Enters swimmer times into the HY-TEK Meet Manager system as each heat is completed.

🦬 Buffalo Swimmer Support (No Training Required)

These roles work directly with swimmers and help guide them through each step of the meet.

• Buffalo Herder (Ages 5–6, 7–8, 9–10)
  Supervise swimmers in a designated age group. Ensure names are written on backs, EHL is marked, sunscreen is applied, and swimmers are walked to the Ready Bench when it is their turn.
• Buffalo Herder Name Coordinator
  Use a megaphone to call swimmer names for the Ready Bench. Works closely with Buffalo Herders and Bench to Line Coordinators. Must be comfortable speaking to a group.
• Bench to Line Coordinator
  Organize swimmers from the Ready Bench to the lineup area. Ensure correct EHL order and coordinate with the Name Coordinator and Buffalo Herders.
• Lane Line Coordinators
  Escort swimmers from the lineup to their assigned lanes. Confirm lane assignments using EHL markings and assist younger swimmers with finding their blocks.
• Lane Line Leaders
  Supervise swimmers behind two starting blocks. Help swimmers stay organized and ready to swim, and direct them to the exit area after their race.

🏊 Meet Operations (No Training Required)

These roles take place on deck and support race flow and accuracy.

• Timers
  Record official times for swimmers in an assigned lane. Coordinate with the Head Timer as needed.
• Time Sheet / DQ Slip Runner
  Collect time sheets and disqualification slips from each lane after events and deliver them to the scorekeeper.
• Flex Volunteer
  Fill open volunteer roles at meets and team events as needed. Report to the volunteer coordinator for assignments and be ready to jump in where help is needed.

🧾 Hospitality (No Training Required)

These roles support meet logistics and organization.

• Parking Attendant at Home Meets
  Direct incoming traffic to designated parking areas and issue parking passes.
• Ribbons
  Label and organize ribbons for distribution at the next practice.

• Set-Up / Clean-Up
  Assist with setting up or breaking down tents, tables, concessions, and other meet equipment.
• Concessions
  Sell food and drinks during the meet.