Referee (5108)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Reseda, CA

10h

About The Position

A Youth Sports Referee at the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles officiates youth sports programs for children up to age 9, including the Jr. Clippers basketball program. The referee helps create a safe, enjoyable, positive, and inclusive environment for people of all skill and activity levels, providing a quality experience for participants and families. Referees promote teamwork, confidence, and physical activity while enforcing YMCA rules and regulations. The role includes officiating games, teaching sports rules and skills, managing game and equipment setup and cleanup, and monitoring team sports at YMCA or off-site locations. Referees are expected to follow YMCA safety and operating policies, build positive relationships with participants and families, and contribute to a supportive staff culture through training and meetings.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
Applicants under 18 must be able to obtain a valid work permit or provide documentation of a high school degree or equivalent.
Passion for youth sports and commitment to positive youth development.
Familiarity with basketball rules and officiating standards; training is provided.
Strong communication, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
Availability on weekends and evenings for scheduled league games.
Ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the essential job functions using physical, visual, and auditory abilities.
Ability to move into various positions and locations to observe players, plays, and courts or fields.
Ability to observe participant and spectator behavior and respond verbally to health and safety concerns or improper behavior.

Nice To Haves

Candidates who participated in the YMCA Referee Academy will be strongly considered.
Additional hours may be available during school breaks and seasonal programs.

Responsibilities

Officiate games in accordance with YMCA rules and guidelines.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those concerning medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
Develop positive relationships with participants, parents, spectators, employees, and vendors.
Set up and take down equipment, and report equipment needs or safety issues.
Monitor team sports at the YMCA or off-site locations.
Teach game strategies, techniques, and rules to youth and adults.
Interpret game rules and policies for sport participants.
Organize sports setup and cleanup and participate in activities needed to deliver a quality sports experience.
Adjust and operate sports equipment, including baskets, goals, scoreboards, and sound systems.
Participate in training and staff meetings to develop sports-related leadership, management, and technical skills.
Stay current with applicable sport rules, trends, and regulations.
Promote enthusiasm for officiating and teaching knowledge of the game.
Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
Demonstrate YMCA Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty, and Responsibility.
Demonstrate and develop competencies in Mission Advancement, Collaboration, Operational Effectiveness, and Personal Growth.
Perform other duties as assigned.