Youth Sports Referee — Evening Games & Impact

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is seeking a Youth Sports Referee to officiate youth sports programs up to age 9, including Jr. Clippers basketball. You will foster a safe, inclusive environment and promote teamwork, confidence and physical activity while enforcing YMCA rules.

The role requires enthusiasm for officiating, strong communication, and the ability to manage games and equipment during evening shifts at Crenshaw Family YMCA in Los Angeles.

Qualifications

• Passion for youth sports and commitment to positive youth development.
• Familiarity with basketball rules and officiating standards (training provided).
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Availability on weekends and evenings for scheduled league games.
• Candidates who participated in the YMCA Referee Academy will be strongly considered.

Responsibilities

• Officiates games in accordance with YMCA rules and guidelines.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Develop positive relationships with participants, parents, spectators, employees, and vendors
• Sets up and takes down equipment.
• Report any equipment needs or equipment safety issues, as needed.
• Monitor team sports at the YMCA or off-site locations.
• Teach game strategies, techniques and rules to youth and adults.
• Assume responsibility for interpreting the rules and policies the game to the sport participants.
• Organize and manage sport set up, clean up and participate in activities necessary to deliver a quality sports experience.
• Adjust and operate all sports equipment as applicable including but not limited to baskets, goals, scoreboards, sound systems and any other operation that will contribute to the success of the sports game and league.

Skills

Passion for youth sports

Basketball officiating knowledge

Strong communication

Conflict resolution

Decision making under pressure

Weekend/evening availability

Job description

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is seeking a Youth Sports Referee to officiate youth sports programs up to age 9, including Jr. Clippers basketball. You will foster a safe, inclusive environment and promote teamwork, confidence and physical activity while enforcing YMCA rules.

The role requires enthusiasm for officiating, strong communication, and the ability to manage games and equipment during evening shifts at Crenshaw Family YMCA in Los Angeles.