What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator - Tennis and Pickleball position at Orange Beach, City of (AL)?
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Job Summary Under administrative direction, the Tennis and Pickleball Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the programs, operations, and events at the Orange Beach Tennis Center and the Orange Beach Pickleball Center*. This position is critical in growing participation, developing instructional programs, coordinating tournaments, and ensuring the facilities operate efficiently. The Coordinator will foster community engagement by creating recreational opportunities for players of all skill levels.The ideal candidate will have experience in racquet sports program management, facility operations, and community recreation. This role requires a proactive, highly organized professional with strong leadership, customer service, and event planning skills. Additionally, the Coordinator will oversee the Tennis Professional, manage day-to-day operations at both centers and ensure proper maintenance and purchasing of equipment. The candidate must have a deep understanding and knowledge of both tennis and pickleball, including their rules, strategies, and competitive structures.NOTE: *The Orange Beach Pickleball Center is a 14 court facility being built across from the Orange Beach Tennis Center at the Recreation Complex. The estimated time to complete construction is the fall/winter 2025.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervise tennis professional/s and contracted staff.Essential Job Functions: Develop, coordinate, and oversee tennis and pickleball programs, including lessons, leagues, camps, clinics, and tournaments.Manage daily operations of the Orange Beach Tennis Center and Orange Beach Pickleball Center, ensuring facilities are well-maintained and utilized effectively.Oversee the Tennis Professional and ensure alignment with programming goals.Schedule and supervise instructors, staff, and volunteers to provide high-quality programming.Coordinate facility rentals, reservations, and scheduling to maximize community engagement and revenue generation.Manage and operate the Court Reserve reservation and registration system.Oversee maintenance needs and ensure timely repairs and upkeep of facilities.Manage purchasing of equipment and supplies necessary for operations.Promote programs and events through marketing strategies, including social media, flyers, and community outreach.Monitor and maintain program budgets.Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices for facility operations and programming.Provide exceptional customer service by addressing participant inquiries, concerns, and feedback.Track participation data, assess program effectiveness, and recommend improvements based on community needs and trends.Oversee inventory and purchasing of equipment and supplies for programs and facility operations.Stay informed on trends and developments in the sports of tennis and pickleball to implement innovative programming.Highly skilled in court scheduling, league management, and independent problem-solving.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong understanding of tennis and pickleball rules, skills, and instructional techniques.Deep knowledge of both sports, including competitive structures, tournament formats, and player development pathways.Experience in facility management, including scheduling, maintenance coordination, and customer service.Budget management skills with the ability to monitor expenses.Strong organizational and project management abilities.Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve departmental goals.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Proficiency in recreation management software and office applications (Google Suite, Microsoft Office, etc.).Knowledge of digital marketing and community engagement strategies.Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support programs and events.Qualifications: A valid Driver's License is required.Proficiency in office software (Google-Sheets, Docs, Slides; Microsoft-Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), and Court Reserve management software.Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and nonstandard hours as needed.Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration, Sports Management, or a related field is required.Three (3) years of experience in tennis/pickleball program management or facility operations.Experience in community engagement, program development, and event coordination preferred.Certification as a tennis or pickleball instructor is preferred.Physical Demands: Work requires frequent physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities, and recurring lifting of moderately heavy items. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and set up equipment for programs and events.Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.Work Environment: Work is performed in both office and outdoor settings, with exposure to varying weather conditions.Occasional physical activity is requiredNote: Statements included in this job description are intended to reflect in general the duties and responsibilities of this classification and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive. The employee may be assigned other duties, which are not specifically included.
Job Summary Under administrative direction, the Tennis and Pickleball Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the programs, operations, and events at the Orange Beach Tennis Center and the Orange Beach Pickleball Center*. This position is critical in growing participation, developing instructional programs, coordinating tournaments, and ensuring the facilities operate efficiently. The Coordinator will foster community engagement by creating recreational opportunities for players of all skill levels.The ideal candidate will have experience in racquet sports program management, facility operations, and community recreation. This role requires a proactive, highly organized professional with strong leadership, customer service, and event planning skills. Additionally, the Coordinator will oversee the Tennis Professional, manage day-to-day operations at both centers and ensure proper maintenance and purchasing of equipment. The candidate must have a deep understanding and knowledge of both tennis and pickleball, including their rules, strategies, and competitive structures.NOTE: *The Orange Beach Pickleball Center is a 14 court facility being built across from the Orange Beach Tennis Center at the Recreation Complex. The estimated time to complete construction is the fall/winter 2025.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervise tennis professional/s and contracted staff.Essential Job Functions: Develop, coordinate, and oversee tennis and pickleball programs, including lessons, leagues, camps, clinics, and tournaments.Manage daily operations of the Orange Beach Tennis Center and Orange Beach Pickleball Center, ensuring facilities are well-maintained and utilized effectively.Oversee the Tennis Professional and ensure alignment with programming goals.Schedule and supervise instructors, staff, and volunteers to provide high-quality programming.Coordinate facility rentals, reservations, and scheduling to maximize community engagement and revenue generation.Manage and operate the Court Reserve reservation and registration system.Oversee maintenance needs and ensure timely repairs and upkeep of facilities.Manage purchasing of equipment and supplies necessary for operations.Promote programs and events through marketing strategies, including social media, flyers, and community outreach.Monitor and maintain program budgets.Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices for facility operations and programming.Provide exceptional customer service by addressing participant inquiries, concerns, and feedback.Track participation data, assess program effectiveness, and recommend improvements based on community needs and trends.Oversee inventory and purchasing of equipment and supplies for programs and facility operations.Stay informed on trends and developments in the sports of tennis and pickleball to implement innovative programming.Highly skilled in court scheduling, league management, and independent problem-solving.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong understanding of tennis and pickleball rules, skills, and instructional techniques.Deep knowledge of both sports, including competitive structures, tournament formats, and player development pathways.Experience in facility management, including scheduling, maintenance coordination, and customer service.Budget management skills with the ability to monitor expenses.Strong organizational and project management abilities.Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve departmental goals.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Proficiency in recreation management software and office applications (Google Suite, Microsoft Office, etc.).Knowledge of digital marketing and community engagement strategies.Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support programs and events.Qualifications: A valid Driver's License is required.Proficiency in office software (Google-Sheets, Docs, Slides; Microsoft-Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), and Court Reserve management software.Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and nonstandard hours as needed.Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration, Sports Management, or a related field is required.Three (3) years of experience in tennis/pickleball program management or facility operations.Experience in community engagement, program development, and event coordination preferred.Certification as a tennis or pickleball instructor is preferred.Physical Demands: Work requires frequent physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities, and recurring lifting of moderately heavy items. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and set up equipment for programs and events.Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.Work Environment: Work is performed in both office and outdoor settings, with exposure to varying weather conditions.Occasional physical activity is requiredNote: Statements included in this job description are intended to reflect in general the duties and responsibilities of this classification and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive. The employee may be assigned other duties, which are not specifically included.
