What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Basketball Referee position at ACAC Pennsylvania?
Description
Are you a parent looking to get more involved in your child’s basketball experience? acac is now hiring Youth Basketball Referees to help officiate games in a fair, fun, and safe way — and you don’t need prior officiating experience to get started! We’ll provide the training and support you need.
About the Role:
As a Youth Basketball Referee, you'll help oversee games for children ages 5–14, ensuring they are played with integrity, good sportsmanship, and safety in mind. You’ll be a role model on the court, promoting respect and positive competition while helping the kids enjoy the game.
Key Responsibilities:
- Officiate youth basketball games for ages 5-14 years old
- Enforce game rules consistently and fairly using acac league guidelines
- Encourage good sportsmanship and positive behavior from players, coaches, and spectators
- Explain rules and calls clearly and confidently when needed
- Assist with basic court setup and breakdown (e.g. cones, scoreboards, etc.)
- Report any player injuries or incidents to the Youth Program Director
- Arrive on time and be prepared for each scheduled game
Requirements
Who We’re Looking For:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Enjoy working with children and being part of a team environment
- Ability to stay calm, confident, and fair under pressure
- No officiating experience required – just bring a positive attitude and we’ll help with the rest!
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to move quickly up and down the court
- Stand and walk for extended periods during games
- Comfortable signaling with arms/hands and making clear calls
- Able to lift/move up to 15 lbs of equipment if needed
Why This Role Is Great for Parents:
- Be directly involved in your child’s sports program
- Help shape a positive game-day experience for all kids
- Stay active and connected with your local community
- Earn extra income doing something meaningful and fun
Working Conditions:
- Indoor gym/recreation center setting
- High interaction with youth, parents, and staff
- Supportive team environment with on-site leadership available
Join the acac team and make a positive impact on youth basketball — one game at a time.
We welcome parents and community members who want to help create a great experience for our young athletes.
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
acac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
