Adult Basketball Official - Seasonal

Description

(Seasonal, Non-Exempt)

Must be 18 years or older; Uniforms provided

Starting Wage: $30.00 per hour / Closing Date: 02/08/2026

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Variable Hours

How to Apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete the required online application. For general questions about the position, contact Parks and Recreation at 785-587-2757.   

Position Purpose: Sports officials will officiate Adult Basketball Men’s or Women’s League games to maintain standards of play for applicable competitions facilitated through the Manhattan Parks and Recreation Department (MPRD). These leagues run February through April. 

Job Duties 

• Officiate MPRD adult basketball games. 
• Attend sport-specific trainings and meetings. 
• Make judgements and instruct players on the rules of the game. 
• Provide communication to and from coaches and participants. 
• Inspect sporting equipment and/or examine participants to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations. 
• Work with supervisory staff to ensure accurate setup of the playing surface. 
• Maintain a safe and positive playing environment, communicating principles of good sportsmanship 
• Establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with other employees,?department personnel, and the public (participants, parents, etc.).  
• Notify, instruct, and correct spectator/participant behavior that is deemed inconsistent with athletic facility rules in a fair, timely, and respectful manner. 
• Provide excellent customer service and possess a service philosophy that reflects the MPRD’s mission.  
• Assist supervisors, as needed, by helping with tear-down at the end of the game (equipment, etc.) 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Additional Qualifications 

• Demonstrated ability to learn NFHS Basketball rules and mechanics. 
• Concentrate and clearly communicate in situations with multiple distractions. 
• Possesses characteristics of a strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail. 
• Must be 18 years of age or older.  

Preferred Knowledge and Skills 

• Knowledge of NFHS rules and officiating mechanics and signals. 

Other Information? 

• This is not a KPERS-covered position. As such, employees in this role will not work beyond 999 hours in a calendar year.? 
• Applicants must pass a background check.? 
• Seasonal position: February through April. 

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.