Basketball Official

Schedule

• Part-time

• Primarily Saturdays between 9am - 5pm

• Seasonal opportunities with potential for growth

Love Basketball? Get Paid to Be Part of the Action!

Grab your whistle and hit the court! We’re looking for Basketball Officials who can keep the game moving, create a positive experience for players, and bring fairness, energy, and good sportsmanship to every matchup.

At the YMCA, basketball is about more than the final score—it’s about teamwork, confidence, belonging, and having fun. As an official, you’ll play an important role in creating that experience while helping players learn and grow.

If you know the game, enjoy working with people, and can make the call when it counts, we want you on our team! 

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Representative, Sports working as part of the Sports Team, will deliver world- class customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming and safe environment at the YMCA by enforcing YMCA sports rules and philosophies.  The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA. 

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 our people, 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 moderate to 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 16 

• 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

Salary : $19 - $20