Pickleball Professional

The Pickleball Professional is responsible for organizing engaging pickleball clinics, private lessons, and events that foster participation and enjoyment in the club's pickleball programs. You will actively promote pickleball sports memberships to potential members and serve as the club's pickleball ambassador, enhancing the overall experience and value of the club.

Responsibilities

Organizing engaging pickleball clinics, private lessons, and events; Promoting pickleball sports memberships to potential members; Serving as the club's pickleball ambassador; Providing instruction for private and group pickleball lessons; Organizing and promoting leagues, round robins, drop-in sessions, ladders, tournaments, and other events; Optimizing use of the club's pickleball facilities; Assisting members with pickleball needs; Conducting pickleball orientations for new members; Maintaining courts to a high standard and ensuring a safe environment

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; A minimum of 2 years of experience playing, instructing, or coaching pickleball at a competitive or professional level, preferably in a club or sports facility setting; A minimum of 1 year of experience conducting group pickleball 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 pickleball organization (e.g., PPA, USPTA, or PTR); 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

Nice to have

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 pickleball 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

Benefits

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)