Basketball Referee
talentcollab
Basketball Referee
About this role
Overview
Basketball Referee Founded in 1997, Think Together partners with schools to change the odds for kids by providing award-winning programs during and outside the school day. We’re one of California’s largest nonprofits working in school districts from San Diego to San Francisco. Whether you’re interested in early learning, elementary, middle or high school, you can invest in your community by working at a local school or working within our home office providing support!
JOB SUMMARY:
Officiate assigned school sports (e.g., basketball, volleyball) matches in a safe, fair, and professional manner. The position is responsible for applying and enforcing applicable rules and regulations, exercising sound judgment in making calls and managing game situations, and promoting sportsmanship and respectful conduct among students, coaches, staff, and spectators. The Sport Referee actively monitors the playing environment, addresses unsafe or inappropriate behavior, and appropriately manages and de-escalates disputes or conflicts that may arise during competition.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Officiate assigned matches and enforce official rules.
- Make fair and consistent calls throughout each match.
- Communicate decisions clearly and professionally with students, coaches, staff, and spectators.
- Promote safe and appropriate conduct during matches by actively monitoring players’ behavior and consistently enforcing applicable rules and safety expectations.
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and sportsmanlike environment by appropriately managing and de-escalating conflicts or disputes that arise during assigned matches, using sound judgment, effective communication, and established rules and procedures.
- Arrive on time and fully prepared for all scheduled assignments, allowing sufficient time to review relevant schedules, rules, procedures, equipment, and assignment-specific expectations. Perform job related duties as assigned.
KEY COMPETENCIES, QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated knowledge of official designated sport rules and officiating procedures.
- Consistent attendance, punctuality, reliability, and impartiality.
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with students, coaches, staff, and spectators.
- Ability to remain calm and make quick, fair decisions in a competitive environment.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Previous referee or officiating experience.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must pass Live Scan (criminal background check via fingerprinting).
- Provide a clear TB test.
- Reliable transportation is required to meet the needs of the position
- Employees who operate a personal or company vehicle related to work location requirements must maintain, and provide Human Resources, proof of a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Rules and procedures applicable to assigned matches.
- Basic safety practices for school athletic environments.
ABILITY TO:
- Understand and apply applicable rules and procedures.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Remain professional and impartial during matches.
- Perform the essential functions of the job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
- Indoor/outdoor school athletic environment.
- Moderate to high noise associated with matches.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
- Seeing and hearing to monitor match activity and communicate calls.
- Standing, walking, and moving for extended periods of time.
- Lifting or moving objects, normally not exceeding thirty (30) pounds.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Must be available for assigned match schedules.
Compensation:
Think Together is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age for individuals age 40 and over, medical condition (as defined by state law (for example, cancer or genetic characteristics or HIV/AIDS), marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Basketball Referee position at talentcollab located?
This Basketball Referee role at talentcollab is based in Santa Maria Bonita, CA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Basketball Referee role at talentcollab full-time or part-time?
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When was the Basketball Referee job at talentcollab posted?
This Basketball Referee position at talentcollab was posted on Oct 1, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Basketball Referee
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