Basketball Clock Operator- High School

La Center School District; La Center (WA); On-site; USD 23,298 - 33,182; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave eligibility

Potential insurance benefits after 630 hours of work

Job summary

La Center School District is seeking a capable individual for the position of Basketball Official. This role contributes to the school’s mission by ensuring smooth operations during games and supporting student and community engagement. Ideal candidates will have a good understanding of basketball and demonstrate clear communication and reliable operational skills.

The position requires availability for all home games and experience with basketball, either as a player or coach, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age or older.
• Understand the basics of the game of basketball.
• Follow the directions of the officials.

Responsibilities

• Start and stop the clock on the official's whistle.
• Enter score when a team gets a basket.
• Enter fouls on the scoreboard.

Skills

Understanding basketball rules

Ability to follow directions

Excellent communication

Job description

Our Mission: The mission of the La Center School District is to create a supportive learning environment that empowers students to reach their fullest potential. We will do this in partnership with families, the community, staff and students to develop confident and self-reliant lifelong learners who can thrive in a rapidly changing, more technologically advanced and diverse society.

Position Description

• Start and stop the clock on officials whistle
• Enter score when a team gets a basket
• Enter fouls on the scoreboard for the team and the individual

Terms of Employment

November 30, 2026 - February 4, 2027

• Available for all home basketball games for the boys and girls programs
• Schedule will vary during the week
• Enter score when a team gets a basket
• The successful candidate must submit a Washington State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure

Wage

$20.50/hour

Benefits

Eligible employees may accrue sick leave at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked under Washington state law. Upon working 630 hours in a school year, eligible employees may be eligible for insurance benefits through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) which includes medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance.

Required Qualifications

• 19 years of age or older
• Understand the basics of the game of basketball
• Follow the directions of the officials in starting & stopping the clock

Preferred Qualifications

• Have played or coached on a basketball team

Contact Information

La Center School District No. 101

725 NE Highland Road / PO Box 1840

La Center, WA 98629

La Center School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, disability, neurodivergence or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Matt Johnson, Civil Rights and Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator, 725 NE Highland Rd, La Center, WA 98629. Matt Cooke, Title IX Coordinator, 725 NE Highland Rd, La Center, WA 98629.