Youth Sports Official - Basketball - Sampson Family YMCA

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Job Title: Youth Sports Official
Reports to: Program Director
Pay Grade: 2
Job Type: Part Time

POSITION SUMMARY:
The official is responsible for all aspects of officiating games for the Youth Basketball League.

OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assess the playing conditions to ensure safety for players.
• Meet with coaches and players prior to the start of games to ensure understanding of any rules variations that might be in effect.
• Arrive before the start of games for set up and remain after game for clean-up of all equipment and playing areas.
• Ensure that games begin and end at scheduled times.
• Serve as a positive role model to players, parents, coaches, and fellow officials by enforcing all rules, demonstrating good sportsmanship, and officiating consistently with the YMCA Youth Super Sports philosophy.
• Report any injuries to supervisor and follow HEADS UP to Youth Sports concussion protocol.
• Before each game, bring all teams to the center and teach Character Development.
• Understand and enforce all game rules and regulations.
• Create a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or may violate the code of conduct.
• Keep supplies organized, maintain and clean facility and care for equipment. Responsible for all equipment and reporting any equipment damage or loss to supervisor.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Volunteerism
• Collaboration
• Communication and Influence
• Functional Expertise

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 16 years of age.
• 1 year of experience in related sport preferred.
• Completion of HEADS UP to Youth Sports: Online Concussion Training at onset of employment.
• Ability to work hours that vary depending on need, including weekends and evenings.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee needs sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional handling of hazardous materials may be required.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Current driver’s license and access to reliable vehicle for transportation.

If you feel your knowledge and skills align with the job opportunity, please click to apply. We would love to consider you for this role.

Benefits:

Gym Membership, Employee Discounts, Job Training

Salary : $11 - $14