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Tennis Professional

ST CHARLES PARK DISTRICT
Charles, IL Other
POSTED ON 12/31/2024
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2025

Job Details

Level:    Experienced
Job Location:    Norris Recreation Center - St. Charles, IL
Position Type:    Part Time
Education Level:    High School or GED Equivalent
Salary Range:    Undisclosed
Job Shift:    Flexible - including Weekends / Holidays
Job Category:    Recreation

Description

Job Summary – About the Role

Deliver high quality recreation services for residents, visitors and the St. Charles community by adhering to the District’s safety and administrative policies and procedures.

 

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

This position is well suited for someone with a pleasant personality.  Work record that shows reliability, initiative, tact and productivity.  High proficiency in tennis skills, movement and equipment. The Tennis Professional must have excellent oral and written communication skills, good internal and external customer service skills and excellent planning, organizational and problem-solving skills

 

Required:            Minimum 16 years of age.   Required 1 season High School Varsity tennis experience. Maintain First Aid/CPR/AED and Mandated Reporter certification or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.

 

Preferred: Professional certification preferred (USPTA or USPTR). Recreation/fitness industry experience preferred including 2 years previous experience working in a tennis program and instructing tennis players. Strongly preferred minimum Division 3 or NAIA collegiate tennis player or 4.0 NTRP rating.

 

Essential Functions of the Position

Park District Cornerstones

  • Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park District’s safety and risk management program.
  • Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
  • Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and District goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
  • Comply with Park District policies and administrative procedures.

 

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation, the Assistant Superintendent of Recreation, and the Tennis Operations Supervisor, the NRC Tennis Professional shall complete all assigned duties to the best of their abilities, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees. This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:

  • Work cooperatively and harmoniously with the general public, cooperating agencies and fellow employees.
  • Provide information and assistance to fellow employees.
  • Maintain professional attitude and appearance.
  • Demonstrate safe work habits through the use of the established safety program guidelines including maintaining SCPD required certifications and CPR/, AED & First Aid certifications.
  • Represent the District positively and ethically to patrons, guests and co-workers.
  • Lead or assist in managing assigned tennis programs.
  • Maintain orderly tennis court environment including thorough ball pick-up and cart/equipment organization.
  • Monitor use of equipment to ensure safe and proper use and assist with equipment maintenance.
  • Provide excellent customer service to participants and participants’ guardians to ensure satisfaction.
  • Ensure that program participants and clients are informed about current and upcoming programs and events.
  • Maintain proper attendance and ratios of assigned programs to be reported to the Junior Tennis Coordinator.  
  • Be prepared in advance for assigned tennis programs, private, group private tennis lessons and drills.
  • Instruct adult and junior programs, private and group private tennis lessons, and drills    in sport rules, game strategies and performance principles.
  • Provide constructive input of the group tennis programs during the indoor and outdoor seasons to enhance and add to the quality of the adult and junior group programming.
  • Communicate effectively with the Junior Tennis Coordinator and Tennis Operations Supervisor regarding all tennis department matters including tennis programs, private and group private lessons and instructor/participant communication.
  • Communicate effectively with the Junior Tennis Coordinator, Tennis Operations Supervisor and Guest Services Associates regarding all matters in regards to the tennis program.
  • Comply with organizational, departmental and divisional policies and procedures. Complete necessary forms for accidents and incidents in a timely manner.
  • Attend all employee meetings and trainings as assigned.
  • Assist in promotional activities and facility special events as assigned.

 

Marginal Functions of the Position

  • Assist with special projects, as needed.
  • Assume other responsibilities as assigned.
  • Set up and take down rooms for programs and rentals.

 

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Position or Activity

Frequently

46-100% of the time

Occasionally

16-45% of the time

Rarely

0-15% of the time

Sitting

 

 

Walking

 

 

Climbing

 

 

Balancing

 

 

Stooping/Kneeling

 

 

Crouching

 

 

Crawling

 

 

 X

Reaching

 

 

Handling/Feeling

 

 

Standing

 

 

Strength

1-40lbs and 41-50lbs at times with assistance 

 

Requires a range of hearing and vision that allows the employee to safely complete the essential duties of the position with or without assistive devices, corrective lenses and/or glasses and/or a reasonable accommodation.

 

EEO Statement and Accommodations

The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations.  The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.

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