Youth Basketball Referee – Presidio

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The Youth Basketball Referee plays a key role in creating a positive and engaging environment for youth basketball players and teams in the Winter Youth Basketball League. In this position, referees will ensure fair play, uphold game rules, and maintain a safe, well-structured atmosphere during game days. This role involves refereeing kindergarten-fifth grade basketball games Friday-Sunday. Referees will work under the guidance of the Site Director and Coordinators and are expected to demonstrate initiative, reliability, and commitment to the full YMCA Winter Youth Basketball running from January 2026 through March 2026.

Additional training and workforce development training sessions may run November 2025-January 2026.

Game Officiating & Operations

• Officiate elementary school basketball games, ensuring adherence to league rules and regulations.
• Make accurate and timely calls on penalties and other in-game decisions.
• Manage the game clock, maintain game flow, and enforce rules consistently.
• Arrive early to set up the court, inspect equipment, and ensure proper playing conditions.
• Conduct pre-game meetings with coaches to review rules and expectations.
• Complete and submit required paperwork, such as scorecards and incident reports.

Safety & Sportsmanship

• Monitor player safety and respond appropriately to injuries or unsafe conditions.
• Promote sportsmanship by addressing rule violations or misconduct.
• Reinforce game rules and encourage safe participation.

Communication & Professionalism

• Clearly explain calls and penalties to players and coaches.
• Address concerns professionally and work collaboratively with other referees and staff.
• Maintain reliability by arriving on time and being prepared for all scheduled games.
• Uphold league standards and fulfill responsibilities throughout the full YMCA Winter Youth Basketball season (January 2026 – March 2026).

• Must be 18 years or older
• Strong motivation to provide quality youth sports experiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Availability for weekday evening games.
• Knowledge of basketball rules and regulations.
• Effective communication and conflict-resolution skills.
• Commitment to fostering positive youth development.
• TB test clearance within the last 2 years.

• Experience refereeing or coaching youth basketball or other sports.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin strongly preferred.

The position requires frequent movement, including running, standing for extended periods, and demonstrating agility to follow the flow of play. Referees must be able to project their voice to communicate calls effectively and may need to resolve conflicts in a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment. Lifting and carrying sports equipment, such as hoops and game balls, may occasionally be required. This…