Racquet Sports Professional

POSITION SUMMARY

The Racquet Sports Professional is responsible for carrying out all of the aspects of the tennis and pickle ball program. This individual supervises all tennis and pickle ball play, provides competent tennis & pickle ball instruction for all individuals, groups and all levels of players. The Racquet Sports Professional is expected to enthusiastically encourage tennis & pickle ball participation through promotion of club events, clinics, and team matches. They will represent the club in professional tennis & pickle ball activities on the local, state or national levels as time permits. Stimulating the growth of the tennis and pickle ball program is a priority for the Racquet Sports Professional.

PRINCIPAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise all tennis & pickle ball play by:
  • Greeting and assisting members, guests and visitors as they arrive or depart
  • Taking court reservations by members over the phone or in person
  • Controlling play, keeping court times on schedule and verifying that all players have checked in and registered their guest
  • Providing private and group tennis & pickle ball instruction to members
  • Aiding in all aspects of running the tennis shop by performing the assigned duties of the tennis shop attendant as specified by the Director of Tennis Operations
  • Aiding in all aspects of maintaining the tennis & pickle ball courts and tennis facilities including the assigned duties of tennis maintenance by inspecting the courts/facilities on a daily basis prior to the start of play and keeping the courts neat and clean at all times
  • Aiding in maintaining and repairing the necessary equipment for the maintenance and upkeep of the tennis courts/facilities
  • Developing, organizing and running junior tennis leagues
  • Aiding in planning, organizing and running all adult and junior events, socials and round robins
  • Stringing and regripping tennis racquets. Customizing racquets per player’s needs and instructions
  • Attending weekly tennis staff meetings to achieve communication, planning, and implementation of the tennis program
  • Maintaining current advancements in the tennis industry by attending yearly association workshops

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Competitive wage plus commissions based on experience
• Able to work together as a team
• Member of recognized professional tennis association
• Strong customer service skills
• Good communication skills

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prestonwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.