Staff Pickleball Pro
The Elmhurst Park District, established in 1920 and located 16 miles west of Chicago, provides parks, recreation facilities and programs to meet our mission of enriching lives while having fun. Our vision is to become a national leader in providing parks and recreation experiences to our community. We are looking for people to join our team and be part of an organization that values being community focused, providing customer service excellence, working with integrity, having fun, and fostering belonging!
Responsibilities
- Instruct pickleball lessons for adults and juniors.
- Assist other instructors in group lessons and clinics.
- Assist with other pickleball-related events when requested.
- Run or assist with open play.
- Maintain an orderly pickleball court environment, including setting up nets and putting nets away.
- Assist with equipment maintenance and report equipment wear or malfunctions.
Requirements
- Some college education with 2 years of teaching experience.
- Pickleball Certification or the ability to play at the 4.0 level.
Schedule
This position primarily requires availability during weekday evenings and weekends to support peak program hours. Schedule may vary based on programming needs and court availability, and flexibility is required.
Pay
The anticipated starting pay range for this position is between $25-$32/hour depending on experience. This position falls under Pay Grade B with a pay range of $16.00-$38.50.
Benefits
- 50% off programs for self, spouse, civil union partner or legal dependents (resident fee); certain restrictions apply
- Free pool passes
- Free individual Courts Plus membership
- Free miniature golf and batting cages at The Hub (employee only)
- 20% off food purchases at The Hub concession stand
- 20% rentals (excludes Wilder Mansion); 50% weekday rentals at The Hub
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Values Recognition Program
- Employee social activities
- Two deferred compensation programs (VOYA & Nationwide)
- Credit Union (Central Credit Union of Illinois)