Position Overview:
The Evelyn Rubenstein JCC is seeking a responsible, organized, and basketball-savvy individual to serve as the Basketball Commissioner for our 35 and Up Men’s League (Mondays) and Open Men’s League (Wednesdays). This individual will ensure a safe, competitive, and enjoyable environment for all participants by managing league operations during game nights, enforcing rules, overseeing game staff, and fostering good sportsmanship.
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Key Responsibilities:
League Oversight:
- Serve as the on-site authority during league play.
- Ensure games start and end on schedule.
- Address and resolve in-game conflicts, rule disputes, and conduct issues.
- Monitor compliance with league rules and JCC facility policies.
Staff Management:
- Hire, train, and supervise league scorekeepers.
- Recruit and coordinate qualified referees for each game night.
- Manage staffing schedules, confirm attendance, and ensure all staff are equipped to perform their duties professionally.
Game Night Operations:
- Oversee gym setup and takedown (e.g., scoreboard, benches, equipment).
- Confirm presence and readiness of referees and scorekeepers prior to each game.
- Track scores, standings, and player conduct for record-keeping and league updates.
Communication & Coordination:
- Serve as the main point of contact for players, captains, and staff on game nights.
- Provide weekly updates to the Sports & Recreation Director.
- Communicate game results, schedule changes, and disciplinary actions as needed.
Sportsmanship & Conduct:
- Promote and enforce good sportsmanship, player safety, and respectful conduct at all times.
- Issue warnings, suspensions, or escalate incidents to ERJCC management as needed.
