[BillyMac]

My local IAABO board’s Observation and Mobility Committee consists of twenty-three active or retired local board members who have participated on committees that support the education and training of members; have at least five years of varsity officiating experience; and must have very good communication skills and able to provide feedback.

They observe our 250 members on scheduled nights when they officiate, varsity partners, and/or subvarsity officials in the game preceding their game. If they observe on off nights, limited to three off night observations per season, they are compensated with a reduction on their annual dues ($35 per off-night observation completed, maximum $105). They must submit at least sixteen completed member observations before any off-night observations are approved for a dues deduction.

Observation and Mobility Committee members that submit at least sixteen completed member observations will participate in two important meetings. One is to determine eligibility for post season State tournament games. The other is to determine varsity or subvarsity status for the following year.

Feedback can be provided to observed officials immediately that night, or at a later date.

Observations and mobility are based on:

Appearance and Conditioning
· Official is physically fit.
· Official wears the proper uniform.
· Official is well groomed.
· Official demonstrates poise and proper control.
• Official hustles.

Application
• Official applies rules accurately.
• Official assures player safety.
• Official gives appropriate signals.
· Official demonstrates accurate judgment.
· Official gets in proper position.
· Official demonstrates proper emphasis on calls and signals.

Teamwork
• Official displays and executes superior verbal communication skills.
• Official demonstrates effective teamwork with partners.
· Official displays and executes superior non-verbal skills.
· Official communicates effectively with partners.

Knowledge
· Official knows and understands the rules.
· Official knows and understands proper officiating mechanics.

Game Management
· Official handles unusual situations.
· Official demonstrates decisiveness.
• Official handles challenges appropriately.
· Official communicates effectively with players.
· Official communicates effectively with coaches