Tennis Professional

About the role

The Tennis Professional is responsible for delivering an exceptional tennis experience for members and guests. This position involves organizing engaging tennis clinics, private lessons, and events that encourage active participation in the club’s tennis programs. In this role, you will also be responsible for promoting tennis memberships and fostering relationships with potential prospects, serving as the club’s tennis ambassador to enhance the overall value of the club.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and promotion of engaging tennis clinics, private lessons, and programs for adults, juniors, and seniors, aimed at enhancing skill development and boosting participation.
• Provide instruction for private and group tennis 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 tennis facilities to minimize attrition and attract new members, fostering a vibrant and engaging community atmosphere.
• Provide assistance to members with all their tennis needs while ensuring compliance with established tennis policies.
• Reach out to new members to conduct a tennis 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 tennis at a competitive or professional level, preferably in a club or sports facility setting.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience conducting group tennis 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 tennis organization (e.g., USPTA or PTR).

Preferred

• A college degree or equivalent.
• 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 tennis 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.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and driving.
• Occasional exposure to temperature changes, dust, fumes, or gases.
• Squatting, kneeling, reaching, grasping, twisting, and bending.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 lbs. on occasion.
• Talking, hearing, and seeing.

Work 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.

What We Offer

• 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 (time off as required by applicable law is also provided for part time team members).