Head Pickleball Professional

Grow Arizona Country Club's Pickleball Program to New Heights

Head Pickleball Professional

Who are you?

Are you a high-level Pickleball instructor and player developer who wants more than a private lesson book, someone ready to help grow one of Arizona's most active racquet sports communities into its next stage of growth?

Arizona Country Club is seeking a Head Pickleball Professional to lead day-to-day Pickleball instruction and programming, working directly with our Director of Racquet Sports to grow one of the Club's most active and beloved programs.

If you're energized by developing players at every level, building, and progressively taking on greater ownership of leagues, events, and tournaments, we'd love to hear from you.

About Arizona Country Club

For more than 75 years, Arizona Country Club has been recognized as one of Arizona's premier private clubs, where family, tradition, championship golf, and exceptional service come together to create an unmatched member experience.

Recognized as a 5-Star Platinum Club by Club Leaders Forum and a Distinguished Club Elite  by BoardRoom Magazine, Arizona Country Club continues to invest in excellence throughout the Club.

Arizona Country Club is in the final stretch of a full tennis and pickleball court replacement, with construction underway now through September 2026. The new courts feature post-tension concrete foundations for a superior playing surface, fast-draining engineered design that gets players back on court quickly after rain, and dedicated access points for each court to reduce traffic between neighboring games. Members will also enjoy new covered viewing areas, upgraded shade structures, and an extended patio overlooking the action. These new facilities will elevate the playing experience while providing exciting opportunities to expand programming, member events, instruction, leagues, and tournaments for years to come.

At the same time, the Club currently completing a $12 million transformation of its clubhouse, featuring beautifully redesigned dining venues, luxurious locker rooms, and a state-of-the-art wellness center complete with red light therapy, sauna, hot and cold plunge pools, and upgraded fitness amenities, all designed to elevate the member experience.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Arizona Country Club.

Why Arizona Country Club?

This is more than a teaching position, it's an opportunity to help shape the future of Pickleball at a Club that values relationships, tradition, innovation, and exceptional hospitality.

As Head Pickleball Professional, you'll deliver exceptional instruction, build Junior Pickleball, and grow into increasing ownership of our league, event, and tournament operations as your knowledge of ACC's systems and culture develops.

The reopening of our brand-new pickleball courts presents a unique opportunity to grow participation through creative programming, outstanding instruction, and memorable events.

At Arizona Country Club, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a supportive, collaborative environment where instructors are empowered to innovate, grow their skills, and make a lasting impact.

Position Summary

The Head Pickleball Professional serves as Arizona Country Club's Pickleball instructor and day-to-day program leader, helping the Director of Racquet Sports grow one of the department's most active areas into its next stage of growth.

This position delivers exceptional instruction, creates programming, develops players across all levels, helps build Junior Pickleball, and progressively assumes greater responsibility within league, event, and tournament operations as knowledge and trust grow.

Essential Responsibilities:

Member Experience

•        Build strong member relationships, help players connect to appropriate opportunities, and actively grow a successful teaching business.

•        Remain enthusiastic and engaging with beginners and developing players, not just competitive ones.

Programming & Instruction

•        Deliver exceptional private, semi-private, and group Pickleball instruction.

•        Develop players technically, tactically, and competitively across multiple ability levels.

•        Create innovative clinics, instructional series, and small-group training opportunities.

•        Help build clear player-development pathways from new players through advanced and competitive levels.

•        Help create and grow a Junior Pickleball program in coordination with the broader junior racquet calendar.

Program Growth & Operations

•        Learn and support ACC's established league operations, including registration, player communication, level management, ratings, substitutions, and on-court execution.

•        Progressively assume responsibility for individual leagues and broader league operations as knowledge of ACC's systems, standards, and culture develops.

•        Learn tournament and event operations and take on increasing responsibility over time.

•        Bring new ideas, expertise, and programming opportunities to the Director of Racquet Sports.

Collaboration

•        Collaborate with Tennis Professionals and Racquet Services while remaining primarily focused on Pickleball.

•        Attend and actively support all tennis and pickleball tournaments and special events to help ensure a consistent, high-quality member experience.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

•        High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

•        Successful experience in private, semi-private, and group Pickleball instruction required.

•        Experience with leagues, tournaments, junior programming, or organized Pickleball programming preferred.

•        Private-club, resort, or high-level instructional experience preferred.

•        Professional certification through a recognized Pickleball organization preferred.

•        Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification, and applicable SafeSport/background clearance, required or must be obtained promptly after hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

•        Exceptional, engaging instruction with strong knowledge of modern Pickleball technique, tactics, rules, and competition.

•        A student's mindset toward the evolving game, paired with creative self-starter energy.

•        Genuine investment in member relationships and player development.

•        Dependability, organization, accountability, and comfort receiving feedback while contributing expertise.

•        Interest in learning league, tournament, and program operations and earning increased ownership over time.

•        Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and special events as needed.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

This position requires active participation in Pickleball instruction and daily operations.

The Head Pickleball Professional must be able to:

•        Stand and move for extended periods while teaching and participating in Pickleball activities.

•        Demonstrate Pickleball technique, including running, feeding balls, swinging, stooping, bending, and balancing.

•        Lift and carry teaching and event equipment.

•        Work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.

•        Communicate effectively with members, guests, and staff.

Our Culture

Our mission is to inspire families and friends to reconnect, have fun, and create lasting memories within a best-in-class private member-owned club rich in golf history and family tradition.

We accomplish this through extraordinary facilities, exceptional programming, and team members who are passionate about creating memorable experiences every day.

Our employees are one of the Club's greatest assets, and we are committed to investing in their growth, recognizing their contributions, and promoting from within whenever possible.

We are looking for team members who embody our values of:

•        Hospitality

•        Integrity

•        Respect

•        Professionalism

•        Teamwork

•        Continuous Improvement

Compensation & Benefits

Arizona Country Club offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including:

•        Competitive salary plus commission

•        Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

•        401(k)

•        Paid Time Off

•        Professional development opportunities

•        A collaborative, team-first department

•        The opportunity to be part of one of Arizona's premier private club racquet programs

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're ready to grow a thriving Pickleball program, develop players of every level, and build Junior Pickleball at one of Arizona's premier private clubs, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Arizona Country Club and become part of a tradition of excellence while helping shape the next chapter of our Pickleball program.

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