Youth Basketball Referee

Salary: $18.00 Hourly
Location : Durango, CO
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number:
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Youth Basketball - 4525
Opening Date: 10/02/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Schedule Details:: Saturday and Sunday

Description

Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, officiate one or more sports including, but not limited to flag football, basketball, baseball, softball, lacrosse, hockey, soccer and ultimate frisbee for leagues and/or tournament play.
City of Durango's Trail to Excellence

The City of Durango is a purpose-driven organization with more than 400 full-time and 300 part-time and seasonal employees across 15 departments, all working together to provide a wide range of services that keep our community running every day. From public safety and utilities to parks and recreation, our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality services that enhance the lives of all who live, work, and visit here.

At the city, we focus on continually improving how we work and serve the community. This effort is called the Trail to Excellence (T2E),and every employee plays a part in it. Whether you work outdoors, in an office, or lead a team, your daily efforts connect to the of providing excellent service and reaching the city's vision of being a multigenerational community that is authentic, diverse, engaged, thriving, and environmentally responsible.

The full details of this vision are outlined in the

As a member of our team, your work will be meaningful because:

• Your ideas help shape citywide improvements.
• The work you do ties directly into measurable goals.
• You'll be part of a system that values collaboration, innovation, and results.

We're looking for team members who share our core values of teamwork, dependability, professionalism, service, respect, innovation, and wellbeing - and who are excited to make a difference in the community we serve.
Essential Job Duties

Keep abreast of current trends, rule changes and other pertinent information.

Attend preseason in-service training.

Assist with canceling games when necessary.

Responsible for returning any issued equipment.

Conduct one-self professionally at all times.

Ensure guidelines, rules and sportsmanship are enforced.

Officiate assigned games for leagues and tournament play.

Assist in field/court set up and take down.

Conduct safety and related inspections.

Report any field/court problems to site supervisor or Recreation Supervisor.

Report any problems with captains, coaches, players, parents or spectators to site supervisor or Recreation Supervisor.

Ensure safety of staff, participants and spectators.

The official will arrive at schedule time and work until all tasks are completed.

The official will talk with each coach or captain before the game and review any ground rules, unusual circumstances or local facility hazards.

The official will ensure all players are in proper uniform including required protective gear.

The official checks all equipment and playing area for safety hazards.

The official will remain unbiased while officiating a contest and will avoid verbal contact with spectators.

The official will approach his/her position as a representative of the City of Durango, displaying respect for the facility, participants, parents, spectators and co-workers.

Other Duties:

Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

Knowledge of:

Operations, services, and activities of a City Parks and Recreation Department

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

Mature, responsible personality.

Thorough knowledge of rules, officiating techniques and responsibilities.

Previous officiating experience preferred.

Ability to communicate, be courteous and cooperate with other staff members and the public.

Ability to operate sports equipment related to program.

Ability to:

Communicate clearly, concisely and effectively, both orally and in writing.

Work independently or with other official(s) on assigned games/matches.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Maintain mental capacity that allows the capability of effectively interacting and communicating with others.

Pass a criminal background check.

Work Environment:

Indoor and outdoor recreational facilities, irregular work hours; may work in or around water and slippery surfaces.

Periods of mobility with light and heavy physical activity.

Frequent exposure to heat, cold and wet/humid conditions; continual field work; moderate mental effort is required daily; moderate mental pressure exists due to exposure to interpersonal conflicts; moderate physical exertion is present because of running with the game if necessary; hours worked may vary.

Physical Activities:

Ability to effectively interact with other individuals;

Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, reach, carry, grasp and turn objects;

Ability to climb stairs; and stand, sit and walk for up to 60…