Tennis Professional

POSITION SUMMARY / BASIC FUNCTIONS: The Tennis Professional needs to be consistent with the goals and directives of the Director of Racquet Sports. They will assist with the organization of all junior tennis activities, events, tournaments, and lessons (both clinic and private). High-Level Pickleball player, complete knowledge of techniques, skills, and fundamentals. Experience running large events/groups is required.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS - FORMAL EDUCATION, MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING & WORK EXPERIENCE:

• College degree in sports and recreation or related field preferred or equivalent work experience
• College tennis playing experience or a NTRP 4.0 equivalent rating.
• Three (3) or more years of tennis related work experience in resort or country club atmosphere
• USTA Safe Play Certified
• Highly developed communication skills.
• Computer literate
• Focuses on the development of our tennis program.
• Maintain membership with United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) or Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) attending ongoing educational opportunities and workshops.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop safe, professional, and comprehensive tennis lessons and programs for members and guests of all ages and skill levels.
• Assists the Director of Racquet Sports in tennis coaching and conducts private, semi-private, group lessons and clinics for adults and juniors.
• Greet members and guests as they enter the work area.
• Monitor, demonstrate and teach students proper technique, etiquette, rules, and strategies for improvement.
• Organizes and conducts junior lessons and other junior programs.
• Assists with tennis/pickleball special events.
• Contributes new ideas for tennis programming and summer camp.
• Checks on the cleanliness and good operation of all equipment. Reports maintenance needs per property procedure.
• Maintains the appearance of the general surroundings of the tennis facility, tennis courts and the tennis pro shop and in a neat, clean, and professional manner.
• Answers and responds to phone messages and e-mails in a timely manner.
• Performs racquet stringing and gripping for members and demo racquets as needed.
• Attends weekly staff meetings.
• Arranges and coordinates prompt billing for all events, tournaments, lessons, and clinics.
• Available to work various hours and shifts dictated by needs of the operation.
• "Play well with others" - Maintain a positive "can-do" attitude at-all-times and constantly demonstrate a pro-active, team centered approach.
• Practice safety standards and report any unsafe conditions to the Director of Racquet Sports.
• Remain alert, courteous, and helpful to members and guests at all times.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other related duties as requested by the department.
• Interface positively with other departments, offering assistance when needed.
• Ability to work any assigned shift / work schedule.
• Respond to any reasonable task as assigned by the Director of Racquet Sports, Owners, the President and CEO or the Resort Manager.

External and Internal Personal Contact

Communications Daily Verbal & Written

Monthly Participation in Meetings/In-Services

Teamwork & Collaboration This job position is a part of a formal work team within the department.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort

Stress Load Regular exposure to stresses.

Workload Fluctuation The workload required to perform this job requires ability to adapt to change.

Manual Skills Some portions (65%) of daily assignments involve application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity, e.g., typing, handwriting, or machine operations.

Physical Effort Significant portions (more than 75%) of daily assignments involve prolonged standing or sitting, transporting equipment/materials for intermittent periods throughout the day.

Physical Environment Generally free from extreme temperature/weather, or unlevel or unstable working surfaces.

Work Schedule Work regularly requires or varies between day, evening, night, holiday, or weekend assignments. Schedule varies according to business demands and needs. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.

Occupational Risks Some portions (75%) of daily assignments involve occupational risk, such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, injuries from falls, or back injury sustained with assisting in moving, lifting or positioning equipment/materials.

Ergonomics Risks Significant portions (more than 50%) of daily assignments involve ergonomic risk, such as regular repetitive tasks, heavy lifting, pulling, pushing, or restrictive workstations, or awkward postures.

Safety Responsible for adhering to all safety policies and procedures of Garden of the Gods Resort and Club.

Required Travel This position does not require travel to other properties or client locations. Work is completed on Garden of the Gods Resort and Club property.

Additional Licenses and/or Certifications Required:

Position Analysis/Specifications:

Environmental Factors:

Environmental factors may include indoor setting with overhead lighting and comfortable ventilation. May occasionally be called upon to work in all areas of the property, both inside and outside, possibly in inclement weather.

The Garden of the Gods Resort and Club offers a diverse, dynamic, and thriving environment that supports career development for all our team members.