Youth Basketball Referee - Winter Season

City of Des Moines Washington • Des Moines, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department is hiring referees for the upcoming Youth Basketball Season. The Youth Basketball program serves youth in Kindergarten through 6th grade. Basketball referees work under the supervision of the Program Coordinator and in tandem with the Coaches and Scorekeepers to coordinate a successful recreation program.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of the game of Basketball and the Des Moines Recreation Youth Basketball rules and program expectations specific to each youth basketball Division.
• Ability to work in tandem with other referees where appropriate and with scorekeepers and coaches to ensure the game is being managed and played according to league rules.
• Ability to recognize and correct safety hazards.
• Effective oral communication skills with players.
• Ability to maintain control of the game at all times.
• Ability to referee in an instructional manner with players of all ages.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with participants, players, coaches and spectators.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to put away chairs and clean up the gym.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule; hours are subject to change
• Must be 16 years of age.
• Must obtain First Aid/CPR/AED Card prior to employment.
• Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal history background check.
• Because of the known effects of tobacco use, the City of Des Moines does not hire applicants who use tobacco products.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a referee and working with children and/or teens preferred.

Responsibilities

• Officiates youth basketball games in accordance with rules and procedures for each specific youth basketball division.
• Control games in a confident and appropriate manner.
• Ensure all participants comply with league rules.
• Make calls with confidence and knowledge of league rules.
• Assist in emergency procedures.
• Make sure teams have appropriate equipment, etc.
• Keep records including, but not limited to, incident/accident reports, time cards and communication with the Recreation Manager.
• Assists in putting away chairs, sanitizing, and cleaning up the gym as required.

Benefits

• The City defines an "extra-hire employee" as one who is appointed to a position that is not eligible for benefits except those mandated by law or regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed