Basketball Official

Ymca; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free individual membership

Program discounts

Retirement contribution 10%

Employee Assistance Program

Sick leave accrual

Paid time off for 20+ hours

Job summary

YMCA of Metro Denver is seeking part-time Basketball Officials for Saturdays, 9am–5pm, with seasonal opportunities and growth potential. You’ll officiate games, uphold YMCA rules, and foster a positive, fair atmosphere for players and families.

Ideal candidates are at least 16 years old, with knowledge of basketball and strong customer service and communication skills. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and providing an inclusive, enjoyable experience for all participants.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16.
• Knowledge of YMCA rules and procedures.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to handle conflicts when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Officiate basketball games keeping play fair and within YMCA rules.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming environment for participants, coaches, and spectators.
• Enforce sports policies, safety guidelines, and facility rules.
• Coordinate with supervisors to report any safety concerns or incidents.
• Assist with setup/teardown of equipment and court readiness.
• Model YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Skills

Customer service

Sports knowledge

Communication

Conflict resolution

Job description

SchedulePart-timePrimarily Saturdays between 9am - 5pmSeasonal opportunities with potential for growthLove 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 SUMMARYThe 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 PATHFor 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 FUNCTIONSMaintain courteous, friendly, helpful attitude in a positive manner towards participants, coaches and parents, while officiating games and keeping safety as the number one priorityKeep 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 guidelinesRecite 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 supervisorFollow 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 necessaryMaintain 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 supervisorBe the primary responder to any accidents/incidents and fill out appropriate paperwork as neededLEADERSHIP COMPETENCIESClear CommunicationCustomer ServiceInclusionSafetyActive ListeningTeamworkWORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDSPhysical 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 functionsFrequently required to sit, reach and must be able to move around the work environmentOccasionally lift and/or move up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and focusNoise level in the work environment is usually moderate to highYMCA CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION & RISK MANAGEMENTThe 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.QUALIFICATIONSMinimum age of 16Sports knowledge and understanding of YMCA rules and proceduresStrong customer service, problem solving and communication skills with the ability to relate well to participants, coaches, and families; can handle conflict when necessaryPossess a positive and professional attitudeBENEFITSFree individual membershipProgram discountsGenerous Retirement Contribution Options -Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is metEmployee Assistance ProgramAccrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours workedPaid Time off for those scheduled and working 20+ per week