Basketball Official

Courthouse Club Fitness; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

3-month membership

Employee perks as offered

Job summary

Courthouse Club Fitness is seeking a reliable Basketball Official to officiate games for our adult basketball league. This part-time, seasonal role helps run a safe, fair, and well-organized league for members and guests.

The official will call fouls and violations, coordinate with staff for rosters and scoring, and ensure sportsmanship and safety throughout each game. Strong communication is essential for smooth game day operations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Solid knowledge of basketball rules and officiating mechanics.
• Ability to make quick, confident decisions under pressure.
• Reliable Sunday availability and transportation.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Officiate adult league games per official rules with timely calls on fouls, violations, and other game situations.
• Coordinate with on-site Activity Staff for check-in, rosters, and scoreboard.
• Maintain control of the game and promote safety and fair play for all participants.
• Communicate professionally with players, coaches, and Courthouse staff before, during, and after each game.

Skills

Basketball rules knowledge

Decision making under pressure

Communication

Reliability

Sunday availability

Job description

Job Title: Basketball Official

Job Type: Part-Time, Seasonal (Per-Game)

Reports To: Activity Manager

Position Overview:

Courthouse Club Fitness is seeking a reliable and knowledgeable Basketball Official to officiate games for our adult basketball league. This role is essential to running a safe, fair, and well-organized league, and plays a direct part in the experience our members and guests have on game day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Officiate adult league basketball games in accordance with official league rules, making timely, consistent calls on fouls, violations, and other game situations.
• Coordinate with the on-site Activity Staff member, who manages athlete check-in, verifies rosters, and operates the scoreboard.
• Maintain control of the game and promote good sportsmanship, safety, and fair play for all participants.
• Communicate professionally with players, coaches, and Courthouse staff before, during, and after each game.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong working knowledge of basketball rules and officiating mechanics.
• Ability to make quick, confident decisions under pressure.
• Reliable availability and transportation on scheduled Sunday game days.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience officiating basketball at the recreational, high school, or club level.
• Basketball officiating certification or formal training.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, member-facing environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• $40 per game.
• A 3-month Courthouse Club Fitness membership.
• Employee perks (to be reviewed during orientation upon being hired; please refer to your job offer for additional details).

Information:

• League rules are available HERE. Rules will also be printed at the score table and emailed to all participants.
• An Activity Staff member will be present at each location to manage athlete check-in, verify rosters, and operate the scoreboard.