State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts Inspector (6918VR)

$0.01-$478.93 Hourly / $0.00-$0.00 BiWeekly /
$1.00-$999,999.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection this class is accountable for the performance of duties associated with the regulation of the sports of boxing and mixed martial arts in accordance with C.G.S. Chapter 532a.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general direction of the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection or other employee of higher grade.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Enforces all rules and regulations for boxing and mixed martial arts events; 
  • Inspects and validates the proper use of protective equipment; 
  • Inspects wrapping of fighters’ hands and gloving; 
  • Validates compliance with regulatory standards; 
  • Verifies proper license of participant at event; 
  • Inspects facilities for compliance of state fire safety regulation and emergency medical equipment requirements; 
  • Ensures order and safety around the ring and locker room; 
  • Completes incident reports; 
  • Assists officials during event; 
  • Administers or assists with drug testing procedures; 
  • Exhibits and ensures neutrality during event to avoid impropriety; 
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • boxing and mixed martial arts inspection procedures; 
    • relevant agency policies and procedures; 
    • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; 
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A proven record of experience and knowledge of the sport and or successful completion of a training program for Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts Inspector approved by the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection.

APPOINTMENT

  • Appointment to this class is temporary and at the sole discretion of the appointing authority.
  • Permanent status cannot be obtained by working in this classification.

SALARY

Inspector
$125.00 per event, contest, or exhibition.

Lead Inspector
$175.00 per event, contest, or exhibition.

NOTE

May not hold any license or registration issued pursuant to C.G.S. Chapter 532a.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Classified/Non-Competitive

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(14)-Inspection-Investigation

BARGAINING UNIT

(04)-OTHER NON-BARGAINING

EEO

(8)-Service Maintenance

SALARY INFORMATION

VR 99

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

This replaces the existing specification for the class of Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts Inspector in Salary Group VR 99 approved effective October 1, 2013. (Revised to modernize format and add Acknowledgement section) Final No. 23-265

EFFECTIVE DATE

10/06/2023
CLASS: 6918VR; EST: 5/11/2007; REV: 10/11/2023;