Washington officials organization

These affiliate associations meet throughout the year, bringing colleagues together to discuss issues of common interest and to exchange ideas and opinions. WACO Origins The organization began its early stages of development in with all elected officials in Washington State extended an invitation to join through their respective associations. The bill did not pass. Determined county officials continued their efforts for 4 more years and ultimately won passage of the legislation in What is WACO?

Those expressing interest will be contacted via email in January about training dates and requirements. If you have questions please contact the Chair of the Training Committee.

Contact information for all Association officers and members of the Executive Committee can be found an under the Board of Directors tab above. If you are uncertain as to your certification level, ask your primary assigner.

There are various options for completing the required number of hours, including:. Other options may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Sports officials in Washington are under the direction of the Washington Officials Association. It is the responsibility of the WOA to oversee the certification and supervision of referees and umpires in the sports of baseball, basketball, football, gymnastics, soccer, softball, soccer, volleyball and wrestling.

The WOA uses local associations and boards to handle the training and education of new referees. To become an official, start by contacting the association in your region area for the sport that you choose to officiate.