The YMCA of Reading & Berks County is seeking a Seasonal Youth Basketball Referee to officiate games and provide a safe, fair, and positive experience for young athletes. This position promotes sportsmanship, helps participants understand the game, and models the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Position Type: Seasonal, part-time, hourly
Schedule: Sundays, January 10–February 14, 2027, from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Hourly Rate: $15- $20, based on experience.
Responsibilities:
• Officiate youth basketball games according to YMCA league rules and age-specific guidelines.
• Make fair, consistent calls and explain rules to participants when appropriate.
• Promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and respectful behavior among players, coaches, and spectators.
• Maintain control of games and address disagreements calmly and professionally.
• Coordinate with coaches, scorekeepers, and other officials to support organized game operations.
• Inspect courts and equipment for hazards and respond to injuries or unsafe conditions according to YMCA procedures.
• Promptly report injuries, incidents, and participant concerns.
• Follow YMCA child protection policies and maintain appropriate boundaries with participants.
• Arrive on time, attend required training, and assist with basic court setup and cleanup.
Qualifications
• Knowledge of basketball rules and fundamentals, with the ability to learn YMCA youth league rules.
• Previous basketball playing, coaching, or officiating experience preferred.
• Experience working with children or youth preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with players, families, and staff.
• Ability to make timely decisions, resolve disagreements, and remain composed during games.
• Dependability and availability to work the scheduled Sundays throughout the season.
• Ability to complete required background checks, child protection clearances, and YMCA training before beginning work.
• Ability to meet any CPR, First Aid, and AED certification requirements established for the position.
• Ability to perform essential duties, including standing, walking, moving along the court, occasionally running, and observing and responding to play, with or without reasonable accommodation.