Becoming a Timekeeper

Thanks for your interest in timekeeping at the New England Sports Center! Here is a general overview of the requirements for the job, and the steps for applying.

If you have any questions about the job, feel free to stop by the front desk at NESC, or email [mailto:pelletier@nes.com Dan Pelletier].

Job Requirements

 * All timekeepers must be at least 14 years old. This is to comply with state law.
 * General knowledge of the game of hockey and its rules, while not required, is helpful.

Applying

 * To register in person, stop by the front desk (information center) and ask for an application.
 * To register online: Navigate to https://www2.nes.com/ and click the "Register" button.
 * You will be required to set up an account.
 * You will receive an email with forms to be filled out. Please print the forms, and mail them to the rink or return them to the rink in person once completed.
 * You will receive an email as soon as your account is approved.

Using the Website
Please take a look at the Timekeeping tutorial for information about what to do on game day!
 * Begin by posting your availability on the "Calendar" page. This lets the assignor know when you're available.
 * To post availability, click on the day you wish to modify. In the pop-up window, choose the times you are available by using the drop-down menus.
 * You will receive an email when games have been assigned.
 * Accept or reject your game assignments on the "Assignments" page by clicking the green or red button to the right of your name for each game. The green button is for accepting, red is for rejecting.
 * Note: You may reject a game after you have accepted it until 48 hours before game time. After this point, the reject button will begin flashing and you may not reject a game you have previously accepted. For scheduling questions, contact [mailto:pelletier@nes.com Dan Pelletier].
 * You may subscribe to a webcal feed with your schedule by clicking the "Download iCalendar" button on the calendar page. This may be added to any calendar program such as Outlook, Google Calendar, or iCal. Please note that when you accept new games you must click the "Download iCalendar" link again to give your calendar program permission to sync, otherwise your calendar program will receive a 404 error.
 * You may view the policies regarding assignments, payment, and game cancellations on the "Policies Page" Please note that the policy regarding certification only applies to referees, not timekeepers.