The Country Club of Virginia Richmond, VA Seeks Head Squash Professional

The Country Club of Virginia is seeking an experienced, engaging, and service-minded Head Squash Professional to lead and elevate its squash program. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to become an integral part of one of the country’s premier private club environments while delivering an exceptional racquet sports experience for members of all ages and skill levels.

About the role

The Head Squash Professional will oversee squash programming, instruction, clinics, leagues, tournaments, and special events while building strong relationships with members and creating opportunities that encourage participation and strengthen the squash community. Working collaboratively with the Club’s racquet sports leadership team, the successful candidate will bring energy, professionalism, strong communication skills, and a member-first approach to the role, with a focus on growing participation, developing players, and creating a welcoming and engaging squash culture at The Country Club of Virginia.

The position will be based at the Club’s Westhampton campus, which features four state-of-the-art singles squash courts and one doubles court, along with aquatics, fitness, additional racquet sports facilities, and an 18-hole golf course.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and grow the squash program for all ages and skill levels
• Teach private and group lessons to juniors and adults
• Organize and run clinics, leagues, exhibitions, and social events
• Coordinate and host internal and external tournaments
• Develop junior programming with a focus on engagement, skill development, and progression
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive culture that supports member retention and new participation
• Maintain the squash facilities in coordination with maintenance staff
• Assist in budgeting, program marketing, and communication with members
• Support broader racquets and club-wide events as needed

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Squash Professional or high-level player (collegiate or pro tour background preferred)
• Proven coaching ability with players of all ages and skill levels
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a member-first attitude
• Organized, self-motivated, and team-oriented
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Benefits

• Lunch and dinner provided daily during meal periods
• Paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 3% non-elective employer contribution plus matching to retirement plan; immediate rollovers from former plans; available after one year of employment and 1,000 hours worked annually after age 21
• Free, confidential counseling & family assistance
• Club-paid life insurance
• Increasing PTO with continued service
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available after three months of employment
• Relocation assistance negotiable

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $60,000–$80,000, with total annual compensation including commission from instruction.

Expected on-court hours: 25–30 hours per week on average.

About The Country Club of Virginia

The Country Club of Virginia is one of America’s oldest and finest private, member-owned clubs, currently ranked #7 on the Platinum Clubs of America list. Established in 1908, CCV is one of the nation’s largest full-service country clubs with 8,000+ members and 1,111 acres containing two clubhouses, 54 holes of golf, 22 tennis courts, five squash courts, three platform tennis courts, a 100,000 square foot fitness complex, five pools, five dining outlets, and special event venues. Consistently rated one of the Top Workplaces in Richmond, CCV employs over 800 staff in season and has an operating budget in excess of $52 million.

About Richmond, VA

Richmond, Virginia offers an appealing combination of history, culture, outdoor recreation, and an active lifestyle, making it an exceptional place to live and work. As Virginia’s capital, Richmond features a thriving culinary and arts scene, distinctive neighborhoods, excellent parks and trails, and abundant opportunities to enjoy the James River. The region provides the amenities of a vibrant metropolitan area while maintaining a welcoming, community-oriented feel and convenient access to Washington, D.C., the Blue Ridge Mountains, and Virginia’s coastal destinations. With respected schools, universities, healthcare systems, and a strong private club community, Richmond offers an attractive quality of life for professionals and families alike.