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Youth Sports Basketball Referee part time

The Player Progression Academy

Youth Sports Basketball Referee part time

Bethesda, MD
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    OUR STORY

    The Player Progression Academy (PPA) is a premier sports organization in the Washington DC metropolitan area. Our mission is to create great experiences and holistic development through sports. PPA is strategically designed to maximize each player’s individual technical and tactical understanding of the game, by creating a competitive and enriched environment. We are respected for having a highly decorated staff of coaches and professionals who apply passion, creativity, and excitement to our programs.

    The PPA is continually looking to add creative, determined, active, fun, and ambitious people to its team. The most important element to our success is having a team of people who believe in our mission and understand the PPALife. If you have a passion for coaching or refereeing youth sports and are in the Washington, D.C. metro area then apply within!

    POSITION DETAILS:

    Part-time position working approximately 8-10 hours per weekend depending on how many games are officiated.

    This person will have the opportunity to officiate Youth Basketball competitions ranging from elementary to middle school age groups. They are expected to maintain a fun and safe environment for all participants. Keeping players safe and players healthy is the first concern, the official will promptly and decisively address unsafe situations as well as unsafe/inappropriate conduct on the part of players and spectators. The location, time, and duration of each game will depend upon schedule, location, and other factors as determined by supervision. Necessary equipment will be provided by the Player Progression Academy.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

    Officiate games according to set rules and with fairness and respect to all participants and spectators

    Assure the return and condition of issued equipment and supplies

    Assist with opening and closing procedures at Game-day sites

    Perform other related duties as required

    KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

    Advanced knowledge of organized sports, including game skills, techniques, and rules, as well as potential risks and safety hazards and appropriate safety precautions

    Ability to effectively communicate and enforce league and game rules as appropriate

    Ability to effectively demonstrate and promote enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and achievement in the sport

    Ability to develop and maintain effective and appropriate relationships with co-workers, coaches, players/participants, and the general public

    Physical requirements include the ability to keep up with the pace of the game, running up and down the playing field as needed; as well as the ability to transport, set up, and take down related equipment

    EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):

    1. One or more interviews

    2. A pre-employment background investigation

    3)An evaluation of training and experience

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

    Ability and willingness to attend meetings or training

    Ability to provide own transportation as needed

    Available to work shift on consecutive weekends