Athletic Officials - Basketball Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/charlottesville/jobs/newprint/4592854) Apply  Athletic Officials - Basketball Salary See Position Description Location Charlottesville, VA Job Type Temporary Job Number 240200014-1 Department Parks and Recreation Opening Date 07/25/2024 Closing Date Continuous Bargaining Unit N/A + Description + Benefits + Questions General Summary Help support Parks and Recreation in their mission to enhance the quality of life for all through the stewardship of public land and parks and to provide quality recreational experiences. The City of Charlottesville is seeking qualified candidates who are highly motivated and who strive for success by demonstrating Charlottesville's Core Values of Commitment, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Collaboration. Officials receive a pay of $27.00 per game. This is a seasonal/temporary position and is not eligible to receive City benefits. + Basketball officials that possess a current VHSL basketball officiating certification are eligible to receive a pay of $36 per game. This position officiates athletic sporting events, games, competitions and tournaments. Sports may include, but are not limited to: Adult Softball, Adult Volleyball, Adult Men's and Women's Basketball, Youth Basketball and Flag Football. Reports to a Parks and Recreation Operations Specialist or Athletics Coordinator. Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications will be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. Applications may no longer be considered once a candidate to fill the position is identified. This job announcement will close when the position(s) have been filled and may close at any time. Essential Responsibilities and Duties + Demonstrates ability to officiate athletic programs in a fair and impartial manner; + Maintains order among program participants; + Monitors and controls compliance with Department regulations and policies; + Monitors patron safety and takes necessary precautions, removes safety concerns when they arise; responds appropriately in an urgent/emergency situation; + Communicates effectively, professionally, courteously and thoroughly with the highest regard for the customer; + Maintains cooperative relationships with players, parents and the public; + Assists with the set-up and break-down of athletic events; + Works with adults, children and families in an athletic setting; + Performs other duties as required. Education, Experience and Skills Minimum Requirements: + Must be at least 18 years of age by employment start date; + Any combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job. + Minimum of three (3) months of experience in a recreation or similar environment as an official OR three (3) years as a participant in the specified sport (Basketball) at a high level. + Must be able to work flexible schedule including early mornings, weeknights, weekends and holidays; + All staff serving in this role will be required to complete the Parks and Recreation Certification program for Officials on an annual basis. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Thorough knowledge of the sport being officiated; thorough knowledge of professional behavior in a recreation environment; ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations with speed and accuracy; ability to respond appropriately to changing situations; skilled in written and oral communication; ability to work with a team; ability to demonstrate positive customer service skills when communicating with participants, parents and staff; strong safety orientation; physical ability to keep up with the sport being officiated. Physical Conditions & Additional Information Physical requirements of this position as outlined by the Department of Labor: MEDIUM: work involves exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work. This position may be required to work weekends, nights and/or holidays. This is a safety sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing for pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident and random testing. Dependent upon assignment, a majority of time spent in this position involves outside work which may involve extreme temperatures, extreme brightness and/or blood-borne pathogens. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment. Requests for reasonable accommodation by individuals with disabilities may be requested by contacting Human Resources at (434) 970-3490 or hr@charlottesville.gov. The City of Charlottesville conducts job related background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment drug tests, in accordance with federal, state, and local law, of applicants who reach the final stages of the employment selection process. The City’s policy has not changed because of the decriminalization of marijuana in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Marijuana remains an illegal drug under federal law, and it continues to be a violation of the US Department of Transportation regulations and the City’s policy prohibiting employees from testing positive for marijuana. There are no benefits for this position, as it is a temporary, substitute, seasonal or intern position, or the work schedule is less than 20 hours per week. 01 Will you be at least 18 years of age by employment start date? + Yes + No 02 Are you able to work flexible schedule including early mornings, weeknights, weekends and holidays? + Yes + No 03 Which of the following best describes your work/volunteer experience? (Must be verifiable in reference to either the Additional Information and or Work History section on your online application.) + Minimum of three (3) months of experience in a recreation or similar environment as an official. + Minimum of three (3) years as a Basketball participant at a high level. + None of the above. 04 Please briefly describe your experience related to the position of which you are applying for. If no experience, please write 'None.' 05 To be considered, qualifying education and experience, including City of Charlottesville employment, must be clearly documented in the education, work history, and additional information sections of the employment application. Resumes can be attached but are not a substitute for the required information on the application. I understand that an attached resume will not be accepted in place of a completed employment application and that my qualifications must be stated on the employment application itself. + Yes + No 06 I certify that the information above is true and correct, and I certify that it can be verified with reference to the information in my basic application. I understand that my application may be rejected if the responses to supplemental questions do not match my basic application. + Yes + No Required Question Agency City of Charlottesville Address P. O. Box 911 605 East Main Street Charlottesville, Virginia, 22902 Phone (434) 970-3490 Website http://www.charlottesville.gov/jobs