Basketball Program Lead

City-of-Issaqua; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Issaquah is seeking a Basketball Program Lead to organize and run the Youth Basketball League this Fall/Winter. You'll supervise the program, coordinate leagues, provide admin support and mentor staff and referees.

The role runs up to 40 hours/week for six months (Oct 2026–Mar 2027), with Saturdays and some weekdays required. Applicants should be 18+, pass a background check, and have CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain it.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass a background check to work with children.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, CPR and AED certifications.
• Familiarity with basketball rules, especially for older youth.
• Enthusiasm for sports and working with youth is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise participants, coaches and Parks & Community Services staff.
• Assist in planning, implementing and evaluating basketball programs.
• Create schedules, recruit and train volunteers/coaches.
• Train and supervise referees, site leads and score keepers.
• Assist with site preparation, equipment setup and post-program cleanup.
• Ensure program rules and policies are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Team coordination

Volunteer management

Education

CPR and AED Certification (required)

Job description

Do you have a passion for sports and a desire to inspire the next generation of youth basketball players? Do you thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments and want to make a real impact in a community leadership role? If so, join the Issaquah Parks & Community Services as the Basketball Program Lead this Fall/Winter!

In this role, you'll take the lead in organizing and running our popular recreational Youth Basketball League – helping to supervise the overall program, coordinating specific leagues, providing admin support, supporting volunteer coaches, and mentoring both youth and adult staff/refs.

The position will work up to 40 hours per week over a 6-month timeframe from October 2026 - March 2027. This position requires Saturdays, as well as select weekdays, over the course of the season. Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, so don't wait - apply today!

EQUITY STATEMENT

The City of Issaquah strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations.

• Ensure proper program procedures are followed both about safety and program guidelines.
• Provide clear communication, both written and oral, to customers and internal partners.
• Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating basketball programs to achieve program goals.
• Prepares program sites for specific programs, move equipment, set up facilities required for program or event; assists with break-down and clean-up after programs.
• Supervise participants, coaches and other Parks & Community Services staff.
• Assist in training and supervising basketball referees, site leads, and score keepers.
• Help develop, coordinate, and lead a continuous Basketball Referee Training Program and implement throughout the season, including regular feedback and check-ins with refs.
• Assist with creation of schedules, recruitment and training of volunteers/coaches, and other administrative duties.
• Custodial tasks as needed.
• Ensure all Issaquah Parks & Community Services and Issaquah School District rules and policies are adhered to.

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Must be able to pass a background check to work with children

• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coaches, parents, volunteers and coworkers.
• Ability to lead and support referees, coaches and other staff.
• Ability to assist in instructional tasks and lead by example.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work weekends, or other irregular hours as necessary.
• MUST HAVE, or ability to obtain, CPR and AED Certifications.
• Familiarity with basketball and its rules, particularly for those working with older youths.
• Prefer applicants with enthusiasm for sports and working with youth, with strong basketball knowledge, and excellent verbal and written customer service skills.