Basketball Scorekeeper

Summary:

A Scorekeeper maintains the score for youth or adult athletic contests.

Supervisor:

A Scorekeeper reports to the Athletic Supervisor and Assistant Superintendent of Recreation.

Essential Functions:

1. Maintain current CPR and Standard First Aid certifications.
2. Inform Athletic Supervisor of work availability and set work schedule.
3. Arrive 20 minutes prior to athletic contest to ensure scoring table is in proper order. 
4. Work directly with officials to ensure the timely administration of each game.
5. Maintain the score, individual fouls, team fouls, time-outs, game time, technical fouls and current quarter.
6. Maintain a safe working environment in all areas of work.
7. Report any unsafe situations or conditions to the Athletic Supervisor and/or attendant on duty immediately.
8. Administer First Aid according to the Park District’s Communicable Disease Policy.
9. Understand the Park District’s safety procedures and requirements.  This includes completion and follow-through on all accident reports, emergency safety procedures, reporting of hazardous equipment, facilities, or conditions and the conduct of any employees under their supervision.  Report all incidents and potential hazards to the safety committee as soon as possible.

Marginal Functions:

1.   Attend scheduling meetings as assigned by the Athletic Supervisor.

      2.   Assist all employees of the Park District as needed.

Qualifications;

Must be at least 16 years of age and have criminal background clearance and current CPR and First Aid certifications; present oneself as a positive role model, and maintain the ability to communicate effectively with participants and parents.

Physical Requirements:

1. 1. 1. Handling Park District materials up to 50 pounds. Assistance will be provided when necessary.

Cognitive Considerations:

1. Resolve differences and problems that arise with patrons and work together with employees.
2. The Scorekeeper must exhibit good problem solving ability and good judgment in keeping with the mission of the Park District.
3. May be exposed to elements while indoors, including, lighting and temperature.