Tennis Professional Full-Time Seasonal (October 2026-May 2027)

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club is a private member-owned Club, recognized as a Distinguished Club™ and designated as a Platinum Club of America. Located in the Town of Orchid, Florida, just north of Vero Beach, this community is beautifully situated on 600 acres from the ocean to the river. Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club offers the best of life in Vero Beach-three spectacular dining venues, over a mile of private beach, tennis and pickleball courts, a fitness center, spa, and an outstanding Arnold Palmer designed golf course.

Orchid Island Racquet Sports Facilities

The Club has eight sub-surface Har-Tru tennis courts (two courts are lighted), including one exhibition court. The club recently finished a multi-million-dollar sports complex including 6 state of the art pickleball courts, 2 bocce lanes, a croquet lawn, and full-service social pavilion. The Orchid Island Racquet Sports facilities also include a high-volume pro shop and fitness center.

Position Overview

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club is seeking an exceptional individual to support the Director of Racquets in managing all facets of the Orchid Island Tennis Program from the months of October 2024 through May 2025.

The role involves assisting in the organization of club tennis activities, including events, exhibitions, tournaments, mixers, and lessons. Additionally, this position includes occasional support in the daily maintenance of the tennis courts and surrounding clubhouse areas, as well as assisting with pro shop desk duties, merchandising, and product sales. This position will assist with the pickleball program when the need arises.

A key responsibility is the ability to introduce innovative drills and programming to ensure the tennis program remains dynamic and engaging for our Members. The ideal candidate will be confident in leading large team practices, able to command attention while maintaining respect, and dedicated to prioritizing exceptional Member Service above all else.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following, but not limited to:

• Give lessons and clinics to members and guests on the techniques and strategies of tennis under the guidance of the Director of Racquets.
• Greet and provide service to members when inside and on duty. This includes pro shop sales, front desk duties, game arranging, phone calls and computer work to assist in the overall success of the tennis program.
• Organize team practice schedules and league schedules with Team Captains and league officials. Assure the organization of courts players, opposing teams, and refreshments are properly arranged. Watch and critique matches and attend away matches when possible.
• Organize and occasionally participate in Men's Day, Ladies' Day, Mixed Doubles Day, and all Mixers.
• Work with the Head Pickleball Professional to staff clinics and ensure the proper professional to member ratio is adequate.
• Assist in the organization of all Club tournaments and events.
• Share court maintenance daily duties and assume all responsibilities on facility manager's days off including, but not limited to:
  • Refill tennis two steps
  • Brush courts
  • Clean units
  • Sweep decks, cabana areas and sidewalks
  • Perform closing duties, umbrellas, chairs health bar, and putts lesson balls and ball machines away as well as groom courts if time permits.
• String rackets when needed and make light racket repairs.
• Provide all members and guests with courteous, prompt and professional attention at all times.

Qualifications and Special Requirements:

• Undergraduate major in Physical Education or Sports Management desirable.
• Collegiate team experience desirable, preferably with a 5.0 or above rating.
• Two to three years competitive playing experience and/or tennis supervisory experience.
• Experience running junior development programs.
• Knowledge of court maintenance.
• Certification with either U.S. Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) or Professional Tennis Registry (PTR).

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Able to meet and perform the physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.
• Ability to control natural swing speed during instruction or matches with inexperienced players.
• Sufficient stamina to tolerate hot and humid outdoor weather for several consecutive hours
• Continuous standing, walking, running, bending, stooping and repetitive actions.
• Frequent use of light machinery and hand-held tools.
• Frequent lifting and moving objects.
• Requires regular in-person attendance.

Compensation/Benefits

• Guaranteed hourly wage plus percentage of lessons/clinics/special events; at least 40 hours a week.
• Housing may be available.
• Health insurance.
• 401(k) plan participation available, after eligibility period.
• Meals on duty.
• Uniform allowance.
• Ability to learn and grow with a top 150 Platinum racquets operation.

Orchid Island is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace.