Referee

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.