Recreation Leader - Youth Basketball Referee

City of Benicia, CA; Benicia (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Benicia, CA is seeking a Recreation Leader - Youth Basketball Referee to supervise children in the Parks & Community Services Department and officiate youth basketball games on Saturdays. The role requires knowledge of basic basketball rules and involves interacting with children, coaches, and parents with professionalism and patience.

First Aid and CPR certifications are required after hire, and the position is a mandated reporter.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a working knowledge of the basic rules of basketball.
• Previous experience playing basketball is strongly preferred.
• Referees will interact regularly with children, coaches, and parents and should demonstrate professionalism, patience, and strong communication skills.
• Standard First Aid and CPR certifications are required once hired for the Recreation Leader - Youth Basketball Referee position.
• The Recreation Leader - Youth Basketball Referee is a mandated reporter position.
• The Youth Basketball Referee is responsible for officiating youth basketball games and ensuring that games are conducted safely, fairly, and in accordance with basic basketball rules.

Responsibilities

• Officiate youth basketball games and ensure safe, fair play according to basic basketball rules.
• Interact with players, coaches, and spectators professionally and communicate decisions clearly.

Skills

Basketball rules knowledge

Basketball playing experience

Communication skills

Professionalism and patience

Job description

First Review of Applications Scheduled for October 30, 2026

Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Leader - Youth Basketball Referee will be responsible for the supervision of children (6 – 12 years of age) in the Benicia Parks & Community Services Department.

Standard First Aid and CPR certifications are required once hired for the Recreation Leader - Youth Basketball Referee position. The Recreation Leader - Youth Basketball Referee is a mandated reporter position.

The Youth Basketball Referee is responsible for officiating youth basketball games and ensuring that games are conducted safely, fairly, and in accordance with basic basketball rules.

• Applicants must have a working knowledge of the basic rules of basketball.

• Previous experience playing basketball is strongly preferred.

• Referees will interact regularly with children, coaches, and parents and should demonstrate professionalism, patience, and strong communication skills.

• The program operates on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

• Staff will be scheduled for either a morning or afternoon shift within the program's operating hours.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Applications will be thoroughly reviewed for the minimum qualifications. Candidates with the most relevant experience and qualifications will be invited to participate in oral interviews.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and background check (fingerprints).