Sports Leagues, Basketball Referee

YMCA of Greater Vancouver; Surrey; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick time

Gym membership

Medical & dental

Training & development

Employee assistance

Childcare discounts

Community impact

Job summary

The YMCA BC is seeking a part-time Basketball Referee in Surrey, BC. This temporary role involves officiating co-ed youth league games for grades 2-7 at various locations, ensuring safety and fair play.

Open to individuals 16+ with First Aid/CPR-C & AED, and experience officiating basketball. Training, development opportunities, and YMCA benefits are provided; schedule Fridays 4:45pm–9:15pm with additional games as needed.

Qualifications

• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C & AED required.
• Previous basketball officiating experience.
• Experience with children/youth in a recreational setting.
• Must be at least 16 years old at start of employment.
• Current Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Search required within 6 months prior to start.
• Provide 3 professional references.

Responsibilities

• Open, supervise, set-up and close facility each game night.
• Officiate games fairly according to YMCA rules.
• Explain calls and rules to players, coaches and spectators.
• Maintain professional conduct and positive role modelling.
• Ensure safety of participants, staff and property.
• Follow YMCA requirements and standards.

Skills

Basketball officiating

Child & youth experience

Age 16+

Background check

References

Education

Standard First Aid & CPR-C & AED

Job description

Surrey, BC, CA

6 days ago Requisition ID: 10843

Date Posted: October 13th, 2026

Position Title: Basketball Referee

Location: Various locations

Term: Temporary, Part-Time

Hours: 0-5 hours per week

Shift: Friday 4:45pm - 9:15pm

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $17.85 per hour

Reports To: Supervisor, Sports Leagues

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community

*Some benefits may vary based on employment terms

Nature & Scope

Join Our Team! The YMCA Youth Basketball League, in partnership with Basketball BC, offers co-ed teams for grades 2-7 in Surrey and Delta. It is a volunteer coach-driven league with no scores or standings kept. It provides children an opportunity to have a fun and rewarding experience while enjoying the game of basketball in a recreational environment.

Major Responsibilities - in this position, you will:

• Open, supervise, set-up, clean-up and close facility every game night.
• Officiate basketball games in a fair manner according to YMCA rules.
• Interact and communicate with players, coaches, and spectators as well explaining calls and rules
• Have fun and role model positive behaviors
• Ensure safety of all participants, staff, and property
• Read, understand and follow all YMCA requirements and standards
• Behave in a professional manner

Qualification - you bring :

• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C & AED certificate required
• Previous Basketball and officiating experience
• Experience working with children and youth in a recreational setting
• At least 16 years of age at the start of employment
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date
• 3 professional references

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB).By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at bc.ymca.ca.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.