Youth Basketball Referee

Youth Basketball Referee

Salary

$18.82 Hourly

Location

City Hall Annex 800 Center Street, Racine, WI

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

202600079

Department

Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services

Division

Parks

Opening Date

08/28/2026

Closing Date

9/11/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE:

Officiate at municipal youth league basketball events. Detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations.

Essential Duties

• Officiate at basketball games to maintain standards of play and ensure game rules are observed.
• Judge performance in order to award points, impose penalties or determine results.
• Turn in scores and times to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Signal game start/end times.
• Keep track of elapsed time, starting and stopping play as necessary.
• Resolve complaints or claims of infractions by participants and assess proper action required.
• Verify scores as necessary.
• Direct participants to assigned areas.
• Report to PRCS Recreation Supervisor regarding scores, complaints, or other disciplinary actions taken.
• Confer with coaches, players and facility managers to provide information, coordinate activities and discuss issues.
• Teach and explain established rules and regulations governing basketball.
• Verify eligibility of players and equipment.
• Attend assigned games consistently with limited access to personal time off.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Demonstrated understanding of the rules and regulations of adult basketball league.
• Ability to resolve conflict in a professional, polite, equitable manner.
• A demonstrated history of excellent work attendance.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least a sophomore in high school or have equivalent education or experience
• Reliable transportation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience as an official
• A minimum of at least 2 years of active league play

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Mandatory one-hour preseason meeting prior to the start of the basketball season

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

• Duties involve the regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking/running over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, kneeling, leaping, jumping down, standing in place or continual walking, lifting and carrying of moderate to heavy items (including people) on a consistent basis. Exposure to moving objects such as basketballs.

This job description is intended to identify essential duties and also illustrates other types of duties that may be assigned. It should not be interpreted as describing all of the duties that will be required of an employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments that an individual is required to perform. In addition to the responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that employees maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record. Job descriptions are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of the City of Racine.

The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

No Benefits Offered

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The work schedule for this position is on Saturdays between November 2026 and February 2027, with shifts scheduled anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Will you be available to work during these times?

• Yes
• No

02

This position requires attendance at a mandatory one-hour preseason meeting prior to the start of the basketball season. Will you be able to attend this required meeting?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you currently at least a sophomore in high school, or do you have equivalent education or experience?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you posses reliable transportation?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of experience do you have with league play?

• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 3 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 4 - 5 years
• 5 or more years
• None of the above

06

This position prefers candidates with a minimum of at least 2 years of active league play experience. Do you meet this qualification? If yes, please describe your experience (include the type of leagues and years of participation).

Required Question

Employer City of Racine

Address 730 Washington Avenue

Room 204

Racine, Wisconsin, 53403

Phone 262-636-9175

Website https://cityofracinewi.gov