RECREATION: SYBL Sports Official

City of Sunnyvale; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Sunnyvale is seeking casual sports officials for the Sunnyvale Youth Basketball League. The positions are part-time, averaging 20–25 hours per week, with shifts between 7:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

on Saturdays at various Sunnyvale school facilities. Training dates are January 2 and January 9, 9 a.m.–2 p.m., attendance required. The role emphasizes safety, instruction, and fair play; duties include officiating, scorekeeping assistance, and communicating with children, parents, coaches, and

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 years old.
• Experience in recreation programs or community-based service.
• Ability to work with and communicate with parents and coaches.
• Knowledge of recreation standards and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Officiate games while instructing players on game rules and basketball skills.
• Assist with scorekeeping and game operations as needed.
• Interact with children, parents, coaches and City staff effectively.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of program participants.

Skills

Basketball rules knowledge

Officiating

Scorekeeping

Communication with participants

Job description

The final filing date is Monday, October 19, 2026 by 5:00 pm or after receiving 50 qualified applications, whichever is first.

20-25 HOURS/WEEK

Note: Casual non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30).

THE POSITION

Casual Sports Official positions are available for the Sunnyvale Youth Basketball League. This program serves kindergarten through eighth-grade boys and girls. Basketball league games begin on Saturday, January 16, and end on Saturday, March 6; shifts are available between 7:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at various Sunnyvale school facilities. Training dates are January 2nd and 9th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; attendance is required. The program is a non-competitive league that encourages everyone to play and learn the game.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The primary assignment for this position is for the seasonal Sunnyvale Youth Basketball League (SYBL).

This position will be mainly based in the Recreation Building on the Community Center Campus, in the Recreation Services Division of the Department of Library and Recreation Services. Travel to other locations within Sunnyvale will be required.

(May include, but are not limited to, the following):

• Basic knowledge of high school basketball rules and understanding of skills necessary to play basketball.
• Can officiate while instructing players on basketball skills and game rules.
• Assist with scorekeeping.
• Interact and communicate effectively with children, parents, coaches and City staff
• Ensure the safety and well-being of program participants

WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading reports and work-related documents and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal customer service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper, books and documents weighing up to 50 pounds is also required. Some duties require incumbents to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

• Minimum age is 16 years old
• At least some experience/knowledge from participating in recreation programs or other community-based service.

• Ability to work with and effectively communicate with parents and coaches is highly desirable.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Recreation, sports programs/leagues, aquatics, arts and community services standards, practices and resources.
• Principles of customer service

ABILITY TO:

• Learn policies and regulations related to assigned program areas.

WILLINGNESS TO:

Work irregular hours or shifts, and on nights, weekends, or holidays when needed.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience or past participation in one or more of the following specialty areas: Arts, Customer and Business Services, Special Populations, Seniors and Therapeutics, Sports and Aquatics, and/or Youth and Teen Services.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C CA driver's license and a safe driving record OR the ability to supply alternate transportation as approved by the appointing authority.

INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION

Any candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of their education (i.e., copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). If the candidate earned a degree from a college or university outside the United States, they must have their education records evaluated by a credential evaluation service. Candidates may utilize any third-party agency for the evaluation. To find agencies that provide this service, you can search ‘education equivalency verification’ or similar online. A conditional job offer will not be made until the education has been evaluated and the evaluation results are submitted.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For more information regarding this employment opportunity, contact Niki Maser, Recreation Coordinator, at 408-730-7376 or by email to [e-mail]. For information relating to the application process contact Faye Brand, Human Resources Technician at 408-730-3015 or email: [e-mail].

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Sunnyvale is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state, or local laws. The City of Sunnyvale is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [phone] or [e-mail].