Athletics- Winter Basketball Scorekeeper

County of Roanoke Virginia; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Roanoke Virginia seeks a part-time scorekeeper to maintain official scorebooks and operate scoreboards for baseball, softball, lacrosse, football, soccer and basketball. The role requires timely game reporting and clear communication with officials and staff.

Applicants must be 16 years or older, have at least an 8th grade education, and be available evenings and weekends as schedule allows. A background check will be completed.

Qualifications

• Must know rules of multiple sports (baseball, softball, lacrosse, football, soccer, basketball)
• Familiar with scorekeeping and updating official scorebooks
• Able to operate electronic scoreboard with minimal training
• Able to communicate effectively with game officials, coaches and players

Responsibilities

• Keep official scorebooks and records for assigned games
• Update scoreboard with current game information
• Provide completed game reports after each game
• Communicate with officials, coaches and staff as needed

Skills

Rules knowledge

Scorekeeping

Scoreboard operation

Communication with officials/coaches

Education

8th grade completion

Job description

Performs routine recreational service work keeping official scorebook(s) and/or operates scoreboard for various sports including baseball, softball, lacrosse, football, soccer and basketball. Performs related work as required.

• Shift Hours and/or Days Worked: Monday-Thursday, Saturday, Sunday


• Hours Required for this position: 12-18


• Position open until filled

• Keeps official scorebook with all relevant information and statistics


• Keeps scoreboard updated with all relevant information


• Provides completed game report at the conclusion of each game

Education

Required: Completion of 8th grade secondary school

Experience

Preferred: Previous experience in sports scorekeeping

Certifications/Licenses

Required: None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of sport rules and timing practices of baseball, softball, lacrosse, soccer, football and basketball.

Ability to operate electronic scoreboard with limited training and oversight.

Ability to effectively communicate with game officials, coaches, players and other staff.

Additional Requirements

Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description. Must be a minimum of 16 years old and able to work various weekday evenings from 6:00-10:00pm, Saturdays 8:00am-10:00pm, and Sundays 1:00-10:00pm with schedule negotiated with Athletics Staff.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None