Summary

Youth Basketball Officials referee City of Rockville youth basketball games, enforce league rules, and help maintain a safe, fair, and positive environment for players. Officials must anticipate play, maintain proper positioning, identify violations and fouls, and communicate decisions clearly to players, coaches, and fellow officials.

Games take place indoors on Saturdays. Officials may be required to attend training sessions to review basketball rules, league procedures, and officiating techniques.

Schedule: Games on Saturdays only

Examples of duties

Officiate youth basketball games according to basketball rules and City of Rockville league guidelines.
Identify and signal fouls and violations, and administer appropriate penalties.
Start and stop play as necessary and coordinate with scorekeepers and timekeepers.
Inspect the court and equipment for safety concerns.
Communicate clearly and respectfully with players, coaches, fellow officials, and game staff.
Address rules questions and resolve disputes calmly and professionally.
Promote sportsmanship and apply rules consistently, taking into account league guidelines for each age group.
Attend required training sessions.

Qualifications

Communication skills: Ability to explain calls and rules clearly and interact respectfully with youth players, coaches, and staff.
Decision-making skills: Ability to observe play, assess situations, and make timely, impartial decisions.
Observation skills: Ability to follow game action and identify fouls, violations, and safety concerns.
Physical stamina: Ability to stand, walk, and run for extended periods while maintaining proper court positioning.
Teamwork: Ability to work cooperatively with fellow officials, scorekeepers, timekeepers, and league staff.
Availability: Must be available to officiate games on Saturdays.

Experience:

One year of experience supervising recreation program activities or participating in competitive sports, along with a thorough knowledge of basketball rules. Previous basketball officiating experience is desired but not required.

Youth Basketball Official

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