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JCPRD

Basketball Referee

Shawnee, KS · On-site

Basketball Referees are responsible for calling scheduled basketball games and programs sponsored or coordinated by the Parks and Recreation Department. * Tactfully discuss questionable calls when it ...

JCPRD

Basketball Referee

Shawnee, KS · On-site

Basketball Referees are responsible for calling scheduled basketball games and programs sponsored or coordinated by the Parks and Recreation Department. * Tactfully discuss questionable calls when it ...

JCPRD

Basketball Referee

Shawnee, KS · On-site

Basketball Referees are responsible for calling scheduled basketball games and programs sponsored or coordinated by the Parks and Recreation Department. * Tactfully discuss questionable calls when it ...

River Crossing YMCA

Basketball Referee

Flemington, NJ · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Basketball Referee Flemington, NJ | Fall Season, Part Time, Hourly | Wednesdays: 6pm -9pm & Saturdays: 9am - 12pm | $18 - $22 per hour Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with ...

Career Site

Basketball Referee

Flemington, NJ

$18 - $22/hr

Basketball Referee Flemington, NJ | Fall Season, Part Time, Hourly | Wednesdays: 6pm -9pm & Saturdays: 9am - 12pm | $18 - $22 per hour Do you love connecting with people and sharing your passion with ...

HealthFitness

Basketball Referee

Racine, WI · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

HealthFitness is looking for a few Basketball Referees to help officiate recreational basketball games at our client site in Racine, WI ! This is a fun, part-time opportunity offering just 2 hours ...

YMCA of Greater Richmond

Basketball Referee

Chester, VA · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

The Chester Family YMCA is seeking a youth basketball referee to officiate in our basketball programs. This part time position has a pay range between $15-$16 per hour. DUTIES of RefereeCandidates ...

ymcadetroit

Basketball Referee

Mount Clemens, MI · On-site

Now Hiring a Basketball Referee at the Macomb YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs * Flexible Scheduling * Family-friendly Work Environment * Employee ...

ymcadetroit

Basketball Referee

Mount Clemens, MI · On-site

Now Hiring a Basketball Referee at the Macomb YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs * Flexible Scheduling * Family-friendly Work Environment * Employee ...

PickUp USA Fitness

Referee

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$12/hr

We run back-to-back-to-back organized 10-minute basketball games with 2 referees. It's a great atmosphere for our members and our staff! Our Core Mission Deliver A Better Way to Play!TM Our Core ...

City of Issaquah

Basketball Referee

Issaquah, WA

$18 - $24/hr

Referees play an important role in creating a fun, safe, and positive experience for youth athletes by officiating games, promoting good sportsmanship, and helping players develop basketball skills ...

PickUp USA Fitness

Referee

Jacksonville, FL

$12/hr

We run back-to-back-to-back organized 10-minute basketball games with 2 referees. It's a great atmosphere for our members and our staff! Our Core Mission Deliver A Better Way to Play!TM Our Core ...

City of Issaquah, WA

Basketball Referee

Issaquah, WA · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Referees play an important role in creating a fun, safe, and positive experience for youth athletes by officiating games, promoting good sportsmanship, and helping players develop basketball skills ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for basketball referees in the United States is $18.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Basketball Referees vs Basketball Umpires?

AspectBasketball RefereesBasketball Umpires
CredentialsHigh school diploma, officiating certificationsOfficiating certifications, training programs
Work EnvironmentIndoor basketball courts, sporting eventsIndoor courts, similar sporting events
Industry UsageCommonly used in North AmericaMore common in international contexts
Job RoleEnforce rules, make calls, ensure fair playEnforce rules, make calls, ensure fair play

Basketball referees and basketball umpires perform similar roles in officiating basketball games, ensuring rules are followed and maintaining fair play. The main difference lies in terminology and regional usage, with referees being more common in North America and umpires often used internationally. Both roles require officiating certifications and involve working in indoor basketball environments.

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Basketball Referee

JCPRD

Shawnee, KS • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help make a real impact in this community! As part of our National Gold Medal Award–winning organization, you’ll help bring joy, adventure, and enrichment to millions each year. JCPRD welcomes over 7 million visitors to our parks and engages 3 million+ participants in more than 4,000 programs—and we’re still growing. 

  

When you work at JCPRD, you’re joining a team recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. Enjoy outstanding benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a workplace culture built on passion, creativity, and teamwork. 

Named Best Large Employer in Johnson County for two years running, JCPRD is the perfect place to grow your career, make a difference, and have fun doing it. Come work where you play—and help us inspire healthier, happier lives for everyone! 


JCPRD is seeking energetic applicants looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-paced and fun environment! Come join our Gold Medal Team as a Basketball Referee to help us grow with our organization to make it among the best in the nation. Basketball Referees are responsible for calling scheduled basketball games and programs sponsored or coordinated by the Parks and Recreation Department.

  • Tactfully discuss questionable calls when it is convenient to consult with the other referees if applicable
  • Attend training as directed by Sports Official Supervisor
  • Utilize resources (rule books, clinics) and problem-solving skills
  • $25.00 per game (all games have a running clock)

Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.  Scheduling and shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.


  • Participate in basketball and sports officiating, experience preferred but not required
  • The ability to officiate youth basketball (Games are played in the evenings after 5 PM)
  • Will train as needed
  • Minimum age 16 years old and older

JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department.

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