Adult Basketball League Referee

City of Burlington, Vermont • Burlington, VT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Basketball Referee will officiate the Melanie Davidian Womxn’s Basketball League, ensuring games are fair, safe, and orderly in accordance with official NCAA basketball rules and league-specific regulations. The role requires maintaining authority on the court, making impartial decisions, and fostering positive recreational sportsmanship.

The referee must be available Sundays from 2:30–5:30 p.m. The season is tentatively scheduled to run from November 8 through March 14. This is a non-union position paid at $30.00 per hour, with Remote Tier 1 status and zero remote days per week.

Requirements

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, evidenced by ongoing training and professional development.
• Strong understanding of basketball rules and league-specific modifications.
• Ability to maintain focus, mobility, and endurance throughout fast-paced games while consistently applying league rules and game procedures.
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to remain calm and professional.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

• One year of officiating experience at the adult, youth, or recreational level.

Responsibilities

• Follow all departmental rules and regulations.
• Officiate league games by enforcing rules, making clear and timely calls, and maintaining a professional, fair, and safe playing environment.
• Communicate effectively with participants using clear verbal explanations and hand signals when possible, while maintaining a respectful and professional demeanor.
• Manage game flow, including the clock, substitutions, and timeouts.
• Promote positive sportsmanship by monitoring player behavior, de-escalating conflicts, and issuing warnings, technical fouls, or ejections when warranted by league rules.
• Support a safe and inclusive playing environment by addressing issues promptly and ensuring conditions remain appropriate for play.
• Provide league staff with feedback about notable issues, including conduct concerns or rule interpretations that may require review.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed