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The Basketball Referee will officiate the Melanie Davidian Womxn's Basketball League, with the primary responsibility of ensuring that all league games are conducted in a fair, safe, and orderly manner consistent with official NCAA basketball rules and league-specific regulations. This role requires maintaining authority on the court, making impartial decisions, and fostering an environment that supports positive recreational sportsmanship. The referee must be available on Sundays from 2:30-5:30pm. The season is tentatively scheduled for November 8 through March 14.

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$30.00 Hourly Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week Follow all departmental rules and regulations. Officiate league games by enforcing rules, making clear and timely calls, and maintaining a professional, fair, and safe playing environment. Communicate effectively with participants, using clear verbal explanations and hand signals when possible, while maintaining a respectful and professional demeanor at all times. Manage overall game flow, including the clock, substitutions, and timeouts. Promote positive sportsmanship by monitoring player behavior, de-escalating conflicts, and issuing warnings, technical fouls, or ejections when warranted by league rules. Support a safe and inclusive playing environment by addressing issues promptly and ensuring conditions remain appropriate for play. Provide feedback to league staff regarding any notable issues, including conduct concerns or rule interpretations that may require review. Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development. One year of officiating experience at the adult, youth, or recreational level preferred. Strong understanding of basketball rules and any league-specific modifications. Ability to maintain focus, mobility, and endurance throughout fast-paced games while consistently applying league rules and game procedures. Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to remain calm and professional. Ability to work independently. Ability to work weekends as required. Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services. In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply. Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our Government Jobs website. For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-2505 or careers@burlingtonvt.gov .