Pickleball Professional

About the role

The Pickleball Professional is responsible for organizing engaging pickleball clinics, private lessons, and events that foster participation and enjoyment in the club's pickleball programs. You will actively promote pickleball sports memberships to potential members and serve as the club's pickleball ambassador, enhancing the overall experience and value of the club.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and promotion of engaging pickleball clinics, private lessons, and programs for adults, juniors, and seniors, aimed at enhancing skill development and boosting participation.
• Provide instruction for private and group pickleball lessons, including skill-building drills, to promote player development and enjoyment of the sport.
• Help organize and promote leagues, round robins, drop-in sessions, ladders, tournaments, and other relevant events to enhance community engagement and encourage participation.
• Optimize the use of the club's pickleball facilities to minimize attrition and attract new members, fostering a vibrant and engaging community atmosphere.
• Provide assistance to members with all their pickleball needs while ensuring compliance with established pickleball policies.
• Reach out to new members to conduct a pickleball orientation, introducing them to the facility and available programs.
• Interact professionally with members and guests, providing assistance with changes and accommodating last-minute requests as needed.
• Maintain the courts to a high standard and ensure a safe environment for all facility users.
• Help ensure daily assignments are completed in designated areas to meet club standards and maintain orderly workspaces, arrange furniture and equipment, and picking up trash and debris.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience playing, instructing, or coaching pickleball at a competitive or professional level, preferably in a club or sports facility setting.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience conducting group pickleball clinics, private lessons, or instructional programs for players of varying skill levels, including juniors and adults.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience organizing and running social events for members.
• A recognized certification from a reputable pickleball organization (e.g., PPA, USPTA, or PTR).

Qualifications

• Strong experience with ROGY programs.
• Strong experience in a customer-facing role, preferably in a sports or recreation environment, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional member/guest service.
• Strong experience in promoting pickleball programs, lessons, and memberships to help drive engagement and participation.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with people of all ages and abilities, demonstrating strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Skills

• Highly skilled in teaching pickleball to players of various skill levels.
• Experience in organizing and managing pickleball leagues and tournaments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off and leave programs.

Pay

Your actual base pay will be determined by your skills, experience, education, location, and—if you're in a non-exempt role—hours worked.

Schedule

Adherence to attendance requirements as outlined in the weekly schedule. Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet position deadlines. Availability to work on weekends and/or holidays as required.