Variable Recreation Scorekeeper - Basketball

City of Lakewood; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Lakewood is hiring a part-time basketball scorekeeper to support adult recreation leagues. Prior scorekeeping knowledge is preferred. The role is seasonal/temporary and pays $18.00 per hour.

Work hours are evenings, with shifts typically 6:00pm–10:30pm. Responsibilities include setting up the court, operating the electronic scoreboard, maintaining scorebooks, and supervising participants. CPR and First Aid certifications are required; the position emphasizes safety, reliability and

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience in scorekeeping or coaching is preferred.
• Must understand basketball rules and game procedures.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as scheduled.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and ensure the playing area is ready for use and safe.
• Operate an electric scoreboard and accurately record points and game time.
• Enter results into the official scorebook and submit paperwork to supervisor.
• Supervise participants and maintain a safe, respectful environment.
• Respond to minor injuries or emergencies as needed.
• Act as liaison between participants, staff, and the City.

Skills

Basketball rules knowledge

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Communication skills

Decision making

Multitasking

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include: Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.

HIRING RATE: $18.00/hour

JOB SUMMARY

The City of Lakewood is currently looking for a basketball scorekeeper to work the adult recreation leagues. Prior basketball scorekeeping knowledge and conflict resolution preferred. The variable recreation scorekeeper is responsible for a variety of sports related duties including, but not limited to; setting up/taking down sports equipment, keeping score, maintaining records, and general supervision of participants at adult sports leagues. The City of Lakewood is currently recruiting variable employees for this position. A variable employee is an at-will employee who works in a seasonal or temporary capacity. Their work schedule is based on business need. This position would be a part-time non benefitted position.

ABOUT LAKEWOOD RECREATION

Lakewood Recreation, a Division within the Community Resources Department, is committed to providing high quality park, recreation, family and cultural services and facilities that inspire enjoyment, learning and wellness in the lives of those who live, work, and play in Lakewood. We value leadership, integrity, communication and connection, diversity and adaptability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Major tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities)

• Set up and ensure the playing area is safe and ready for use, including sweeping basketball courts
• Operate an electric scoreboard by accurately keeping up with points scored and official game time and makes the correct entry into a scorebook
• Turn in paperwork and game results to designated supervisor
• Maintain a safe and clean environment
• Supervise participants on-site at all times
• Attend to minor accidents and emergency situations
• Act as a liaison between participants, parents, providers, coaches, spectators and the City of Lakewood.

HOURS OF WORK

6:00pm-10:30pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Supervision Received: The Recreation Scorekeeper receives supervision from the area Recreation Coordinator -- Youth and Adult Sports and the Program Specialist. Supervision Provided: None

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Education: N/A
• Experience: Experience working with a wide array of populations and/or conditions, including with individuals with disabilities
• Must be 18 years of age
• Experience in youth/adult programs, athletics and/or appropriate areas such as recreation, physical education, scorekeeping or coaching is preferred
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current CPR and First Aid certifications
• Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of the rules of basketball
• Recognition of safety concerns
• Possess strong customer service and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to be reliable and punctual
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to make sound decisions
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask to accurately maintain the correct information, both on the scoreboard, as well as in the scorebooks
• Criminal background check is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Body Positions Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop and reach in a variety of settings and situations
• Lifting and Carrying Must be able to lift and carry equipment that may weigh up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to assist in moving items to a maximum of 50 pounds with assistance
• Pushing and Pulling Must be able to push and pull equipment to set up for activities, this may include setting up and moving tables, chairs, equipment, and other supplies
• Hearing Must be able to successfully communicate with staff and patrons
• Vision Must be able to obtain written information from memos, letters, reports and to enter data onto spreadsheets
• Must be able to observe class participants, instructors, and other employees

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Mathematics Must have a basic computation skills for calculating score
• Language Ability Must be able to understand and interpret policies, procedures and regulations
• Must be able to communicate professionally to supervisor, community members, and participants
• Reasoning Must make decisions on a day-to-day basis regarding program issues and interactions with co-workers and participants
• Must be able to make sound judgments in emergency/crisis situations, and in a variety of situations
• Remembering Must remember details of schedules, rules, and emergency/crisis procedures
• Must retain information for purposes of follow-up with participants/supervisor’s requests
• Maintain an attitude of consistency with customer service situations and in imparting the philosophy of the division and the department

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in recreation centers. Work involves frequent distractions, interruptions, and noisy settings. Works includes consistent interaction with participants and co-workers. Work requires an adaptive and flexible schedule.

EQUIPMENT USED

Printer/Copier Scorebook Electronic Scoreboards

Pay Range

$15.16-$17.73

Lakewood Overview

Lakewood is full of possibilities for businesses, residents and visitors with innovative approaches, community collaboration, a strong financial foundation and healthy local economy. The city serves as a gateway to outdoor adventures while also providing a 10-minute commute to the heart of the metropolitan area. Much of Lakewood’s charm derives from neighborhoods as varied as horse properties, live/work units for artists, urban-style lofts and traditional homes. Lakewood has dedicated one-quarter of the land in the city to parks and open space, providing for a healthy, active lifestyle. The city also provides a comprehensive array of services, and we are home to global and national companies while also having a robust array of small businesses. We’re an All-America City connected to the metro area with the latest technology and multiple transportation options.

Disability Accommodation

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Benefits

• Medical Cigna HDHP with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Kaiser Permanente DHMO with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Dental Delta Dental PPO plus Premier Plan Vision Vision Service Plan (VSP) Life Insurance Employees are covered for 1.5 times their annual base salary in life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment, up to a maximum of $500,000 (the minimum benefit is $50,000). The city pays the cost of this coverage.
• Pension Our pension fund is a social security replacement, money purchase plan. Mandatory employee contribution is 11% of gross base salary; city contribution is 13% of gross base salary.
• Sick Leave Full-time employees earn 8 hours per month. Part-time employees earn 6 hours per month.
• Vacation Full-time employees with less than five years of service earn 8 hours per month. Part-time employees with less than five years of service earn 6 hours per month.
• City Holidays Holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Deferred Compensation Voluntary Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short Term Disability Long Term Disability (LTD) Injury Leave Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) Military Leave Jury Duty Tuition Assistance Credit Union Recreation Facilities
• Employees are eligible for free general admission into the city’s recreation centers, swimming pools and Bear Creek Lake Park.
• Wellness Programs Value-Added Benefits