Basketball Referee

Job overview

The Basketball Referee role is onsite in Santa Maria, CA; the posting lists pay of $50 per hour. The position supports school sports matches for Think Together, a nonprofit that partners with schools to provide programs during and outside the school day. The referee officiates assigned matches, applies sport rules consistently, and communicates decisions to participants and spectators. The role helps maintain safe, fair, and sportsmanlike competition by monitoring conduct and managing disputes using sound judgment and established procedures.

What you'll do

• Officiate assigned matches and enforce official rules
• make fair and consistent calls
• communicate decisions professionally
• monitor player behavior and enforce safety expectations
• manage and de-escalate disputes
• arrive prepared for scheduled assignments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

basketball referee

santa maria ca

think together

school sports

match officiating

rule enforcement

sportsmanship

student safety

conflict de-escalation

$50/hr

part-time

high school diploma

previous officiating experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting requires a high school diploma or equivalent, age 18 or older, and previous referee or officiating experience. A background check and clear TB test are also required.

About the employer

California Schools Talent Collaborative is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.