Youth Basketball Official PT

DESCRIPTION:

Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator II – Sports and Special Events and the Recreation Services Supervisor, this position manages and officiates youth basketball games for the City of Cottonwood Parks and Recreation Department.

TASKS:

Referees will be expected to referee youth games, keeping youth safe and the games under control. This position also requires referees to act professionally and to serve as role models for the participants. Referees are required to wear referee jerseys when working a game. This position also requires that referees communicate with adult coaches to ensure games are played with the best interest of the child participant in mind.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND OTHER CHARACTERSITICS:

Ability to communicate professionally with coaches, players, score keepers and parents. Familiarity with the rules of basketball and the modified rules used by Cottonwood Parks and Recreation. Ability to remain calm in a stressful competitive atmosphere.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

This classification involves work while standing and must be able to run for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds for distances of 100 feet.

HOURS: 

Must be able to work Saturdays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to satisfactorily perform the job. Graduation from high school or equivalency is desirable. Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a valid State of Arizona operator’s license upon employment.

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