Youth Basketball Referee - Part Time
About The Position
The Youth Basketball Referee supports the YMCA’s mission of strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Under the supervision of the Director of Sports, the referee officiates YMCA basketball games and promotes safety, equality, inclusion, and fair play for children, coaches, and fans, in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. The role requires maintaining knowledge of developmentally appropriate rules for different age groups, communicating with the Director of Sports and Healthy Living and other YMCA staff, and building positive relationships with coaches, members, staff, program participants, and community members. The referee reports incidents and injuries according to YMCA safety plans and demonstrates professionalism and the YMCA’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. Staff must complete Child Abuse Prevention Training at hire and annually. Additional trainings and certifications provided during onboarding or within the first 60 days include Illinois Mandated Reporter Certification, Illinois Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Training, CPR/AED/First Aid certification, and OSHA training including Bloodborne Pathogens.
Requirements
- Proven history of a demonstrated attitude of servant leadership and the ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
- Strong knowledge of officiating rules and regulations.
- Complete Child Abuse Prevention Training at time of hire and annually.
- Complete required onboarding or first-60-day trainings and certifications: Illinois Mandated Reporter Certification, Illinois Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Training, CPR/AED/First Aid certification, and OSHA training including Bloodborne Pathogens.
- Ability to sit, stand, stoop, or kneel for extended periods of time.
- Physical mobility in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to see, hear, and communicate clearly, including hearing noises and signals.
- Ability to communicate clearly with members and staff.
Nice To Haves
- Spanish language proficiency, both written and spoken.
Responsibilities
- Maintain current knowledge of developmentally appropriate rules and regulations for varying age groups.
- Maintain open and consistent communication with the Director of Sports and Healthy Living and other YMCA staff as necessary.
- Develop and foster relationships with volunteer coaches, members, staff, program participants, and community members.
- Officiate games in a manner that promotes safety, fairness, equality, and inclusion.
- Report incidents or injuries in accordance with the YMCA Safety Plan and/or Facility Emergency Plan.
- Exhibit professionalism in interactions with members, participants, and YMCA employees.
- Demonstrate and uphold the YMCA’s core values and guiding principles of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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