Howard County Government

Scorekeeper - Recreation & Parks

Howard County Government  •  $16 - $20/hr  •  Columbia, SC (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: Scorekeeper-09262025

Department: Recreation & Parks

Job classification: Scorekeeper- Recreation & Parks

Posting type: Open

Categories: Recreation

Summary

SCOREKEEPER

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

This is a seasonal position with applications reviewed on a continuous basis depending on needs of each season. The role involves recording a running score and time either manually or electronically for various sports leagues and tournaments.

DUTIES:

  1. Keep a recorded book of the running score, fouls and time-outs for various leagues/tournaments in accordance with sport/program rules.
  2. Provide on-site operational support for leagues/tournaments. Manage emergencies and safety measures beyond the scope of team managers in accordance with the policies and procedures manual.
  3. Handle any situations on-site that may arise such as protests, official no-shows, rule questions, inclement weather, emergencies, incidents, etc.
  4. Ability to understand and interpret sport specific rules and County procedures.
  5. Deliver recorded book to the coordinator in a timely manner.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

  1. Knowledge of current rules of the sport and the ability to interpret them.
  2. Ability to deal with sometimes difficult individuals
  3. Ability to understand and interpret specific tournament rules and County procedures.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:

  • Prior experience working as a scorekeeper preferred.
  • Two (2) years knowledge of the rules of the specific sport.

EDUCATION: N/A

RATE OF PAY: Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Contingent – Paraprofessional - Minimum Wage to $17.00 per hour

Contingent – Professional - $17.00-$20.00 per hour

Howard County Government

About Howard County Government

Strengthening core priorities such as public safety and education, finding efficiencies within government, exercising sound fiscal management, protecting our environment, and creating a healthier and more vibrant community. The County prides itself on making local government more responsive and efficient.

Howard County has been recognized in the Top 10 “Best Places to Live in America” by Money Magazine, and in 2010, Columbia/Ellicott City was recognized as the “#2 Best Place to Live” for its strong local economy, excellent public schools, thriving arts community, and enviable quality of life. Forbes Magazine has consistently named Howard County one of the “Best Places to Raise a Family,” and USA Today named Howard the “2nd Most Technologically Advanced County” in the nation.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Ellicott City, MD
Year Founded
Unknown
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