Youth Basketball Official

• Part-time

• Primarily evenings and weekends

• Seasonal opportunities with potential for growth

At the YMCA youth basketball is about more than the scoreboard. Its about learning teamwork building confidence and growing in character.

Were looking for positive confident and fair-minded Youth Basketball Officials to help create a safe and encouraging environment where every child can play learn and belong.

If you love the game and believe kids deserve a great sports experience this role is for you.

As a YMCA Youth Basketball Official you will:

• Officiate recreational youth basketball games
• Enforce rules in a fair consistent and development-focused manner
• Promote positive sportsmanship among players coaches and spectators
• Help maintain a safe and structured game environment
• Communicate clearly and respectfully during gameplay
• Model YMCA values of caring honesty respect and responsibility

At the Y officials are leaders on the court not just whistle-blowers.

Youre a great fit if you:

• Have knowledge of basic basketball rules and gameplay
• Stay calm and confident in fast-paced environments
• Communicate clearly and professionally
• Can manage game flow with fairness and composure
• Believe youth sports should build character first

No officiating experience Were willing to train the right person with strong game knowledge and a positive attitude.

Because here:

• Development matters more than winning
• Respect is expected from everyone
• Every child deserves a positive experience

Youll help shape not just the game but the growth of young athletes in our community.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Youth Basketball Official is responsible for ensuring a safe structured and positive game environment for participants in YMCA youth basketball leagues. Officials enforce YMCA basketball rules manage game flow and serve as on-court leaders who model professionalism integrity and sportsmanship. This role is essential in maintaining program quality and delivering a consistent developmentally appropriate experience for youth participants.

Prior officiating certification isnot required. The YMCA provides training for qualified candidates who demonstrate the ability to remain active for extended periods confidently manage game situations and apply league rules consistently and fairly.

OUR PATH

For 150 years the YMCA of Metro Denver has been more than a place - it is a movement that lifts spirit mind and body for all. Our direction is clear:Elevate Lives and Rise Together.Grounded by our mission and strengthened by the global YMCA movement we will elevate ourpeople purpose partnerships and promise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintain courteous friendly helpful attitude in a positive manner towards participants coaches and parents while officiating games and keeping safety as the number one priority

• Keep an orderly playing environment where games start and end on time; be aware of surrounding weather conditions and delays or postpone games as determined by the YMCA guidelines

• Recite sports oath with players and coaches before each game; evaluate coaches and program quality a minimum of twice during the season (mid-season and end of season); report any inappropriate or problematic behavior other observations and/or complaints to supervisor

• Follow and enforce all YMCA procedures and policies including YMCA sport model and sport specific rules personnel guidelines safety guidelines facility access procedures and membership policies. Carry out emergency plans as necessary

• Maintain a clean and safe playing environment; survey gym/field for possible hazards and take initiative to clean up/repair areas; set up and tear down any necessary equipment and report damaged equipment or any unsafe conditions to your supervisor

• Be the primary responder to any accidents/incidents and fill out appropriate paperwork as needed

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Clear Communication
• Customer Service
• Inclusion
• Safety
• Active Listening
• Teamwork

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Physical demands described here are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

• Frequently required to sit reach and must be able to move around the work environment

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision and focus

• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderateto high

YMCA CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION & RISK MANAGEMENT

The YMCA is committed to the safety and well-being of all children and vulnerable individuals. As part of our commitment to child abuse prevention and Praesidium accreditation standards all employees are required to comply with YMCA abuse prevention policies including screening training supervision and reporting requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum age of 18

• Sports knowledge and understanding of YMCA rules and procedures

• Strong customer service problem solving and communication skills with the ability to relate well to participants coaches and families; can handle conflict when necessary

• Possess a positive and professional attitude

BENEFITS

• Free individual membership
• Program discounts
• Generous Retirement Contribution Options -Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
• Paid Time off for those scheduled and working 20 per week