JCC Greater Boston
Basketball League Scorekeeper
Newton, MA, USA
Love basketball and have an eye for detail? We’re looking for a scorekeeper to help keep our games running smoothly this season!
The Basketball League Scorekeeper is a limited part-time, on-site position responsible for supporting the smooth operation of adult basketball league games at JCC Greater Boston. This role involves accurate scorekeeping, game-day setup and breakdown, and maintaining a positive and professional presence during games. The ideal candidate is dependable, knowledgeable about the game of basketball, and committed to providing excellent service to players and officials. This position plays a vital role in maintaining fairness, timeliness, and order of games. Is able to work weekday evenings.
JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.
Responsibilities & duties
List of essential functions of the job and correlating primary duties to be performed in the role.
Responsibilities:
· Arrive 15–20 minutes prior to scheduled league games to assist with court setup. Court set includes setting up the clocks, basketball hoops are at 10ft, divider is set to full court, game basketballs are available, safe environment is ensured.
· Report any hazards or maintenance needs to the League Coordinator or On-Duty Manager
· Operate the JCC’s scoreboard and maintain accurate scorebooks during games.
· Understand and apply basketball rules as needed throughout gameplay.
· Check team rosters to ensure player waivers are signed and up to date.
· Set up and break down court equipment including putting clock away in sports closet.
· Communicate with referees and game officials to ensure smooth operations.
Standard Staff Expectations:
· Actively create a welcoming dynamic where each individual feels seen and welcomed.
· Actively participate as an essential member of the Health & Wellness team.
· Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration and transformation, including through personal role modeling.
· Participate in all staff meetings as assigned and contribute to overall organizational success.
· Attend JCCGB All Staff meetings.
· Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: NONE
This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing!
JOB DETAILS: This is a limited part-time, (approximately) 10+ hour per week, non-exempt position. Offering great perks, a supportive vibrant in-person work environment, and a competitive starting pay rate of $15.00-$20.00 per hour. The pay rate offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity.
About JCC Greater Boston
Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful, lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.
JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!
The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.
To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/
JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.
Requirements
Education and Experience: High School Diploma preferred. Experience with basketball scorekeeping and/or game management. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Skills & Abilities:
· Strong understanding of basketball rules, terminology, and game flow.
· Ability to track scores, time, and stats accurately and efficiently during fast-paced games.
· Dependable and punctual; able to arrive early, stay on schedule, and manage multiple tasks during games.
· Clear and professional communication with referees, players, and staff; ability to relay issues or concerns as needed.
· Friendly, approachable demeanor with the ability to represent the JCC positively to members and guests.
Certifications & Physical Requirements:
CPR/First Aid Certification preferred.
Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. and work in a fast-paced environment.
Position requires standing, walking, and interacting with players, officials, and staff throughout the facility.
ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Benefits
In addition to offering competitive wages, rewarding work and great career opportunities within a supportive environment, this position offers statutory such Mass Sick time.
JCCGB Perks! Each employee is eligible for a free individual membership to JCC Greater Boston's top class fitness, recreation and wellness facility in Newton – offering virtual and in-person programs including indoor swimming, many fitness classes, and workout facilities, as well as discounts to many JCCGB events, classes, outdoor pool, and more! Complimentary individual membership includes:
· Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman
· Access to group fit classes, Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates,
· Discounts on a variety JCCGB's fitness/wellness programs and services
· Free wellness events!
Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization, and plan documents are the primary determinant.
A Great Place to Work! JCC Greater Boston is consciously evolving as a great place to work! In our recent 2023 employee engagement survey, at least 88% of our staff gave us top ratings on:
· Supportive colleagues
· Team camaraderie
· How their managers treat them
· Individual autonomy
· Knowing what their work contributes to and how it impacts others
· Pride in working for the JCC
· Program and service quality
· Holding ourselves accountable
Our staff and leadership bring experience, excellence, and commitment to everything we offer and we are dedicated to a culture where all our employees may thrive. Our culture is built on our values, driven by our mission, and nurtured through the expert contributions of our professionals.
$15-20
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