[Jerry]

Paid umpires are by IRS definition, Independent Contractors, whether they belong to an association or not. Personally, I'm listed in the Michigan High School Athletic Association (by my request)although most (not all) of those assignments are from a local assignor. Summer FED ball usually come from my assignor in a different association, but my phone number and address is listed on the Federation League directory so coaches can call me directly. In those instances, the contract is a verbal one. Lastly, I get referrals from other coaches and umpires who also contact me directly to officiate games.

The only contracts I use are for those MHSAA contests where I contract directly with the AD of the applicable High School.

As far as privacy goes . . . if you want to get games, you'll need some method for coaches and associations to contact you.

Jerry