What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Tennis Professional position at The Club at Las Campana?
Scope:
The Head Tennis Pro will be responsible for running lessons, clinics, tournaments, and other tennis-related activities, while fostering member satisfaction and ensuring the overall success of the tennis program.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assists the Director of Racquet Sports in planning and directing instructional programs
- Develops and implements lesson plans and programs that cater to players of all skill levels including competitive and social players.
- Assists the Director of Racquet Sports in organizing, coordinating, administering, exhibitions, tournaments, round robins, and other special tennis events.
- Provides high-level coaching, including technical, tactical, player safety, injury prevention, and mental training to players of all levels.
- Offers private lessons, group sessions, and weekly clinic and drills
- Assists Director of Racquet Sports in creating a specialized training program series.
- Assists in selecting, training, supervising, scheduling, and evaluating court attendants and other tennis staff
- Administers and enforces club tennis policies and procedures regarding play on club courts
- Ensures that all club members and guests receive courteous, prompt, and professional attention to all their tennis needs.
- Establishes and maintains positive relationships with club members and players
- Is visibly present on courts during peak periods of play
- Responds to inquiries, feedback, and requests related to tennis programming.
- Maintains clear communication with members about upcoming events, classes, and changes to the schedule.
- Oversees tennis court maintenance and ensure proper scheduling of court time for lessons and recreational play.
- Assists with the development and execution of marketing and promotional strategies for tennis programs.
- Manages lesson scheduling, proper member billing, and record-keeping for clients.
- Ensures safety and adherence to club policies for all tennis activities.
- Completes other appropriate assignments made by the Director of Racquet Sports
Relationships:
Internal: All Club departments: For effective communication.
External: Members/Guests: To provide excellent service.
Vendors: To purchase and receive goods.
Qualifications:
Education & Certification:
- Certified Tennis Professional (e.g., PTR, RSPA).
- Highschool Diploma or equivalent
- Bachelors/Associate Degree preferred but not required
- Pickleball certification is a plus
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of coaching experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership or managerial role (preferred).
- Experience in developing and implementing tennis programs and lessons for all ages and skill levels.
- Proven track record of coaching competitive players and leading successful tennis events.
- 4.0 NTRP playing level
- College/high level tennis is preferred
Skills & Attributes:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire players.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to handle administrative responsibilities, including scheduling and weekly communications.
- Passion for tennis and a commitment to teaching, mentorship, and player development.
- Knowledge of tennis equipment, court maintenance, and facility management.
- Ability to adapt to varying skill levels and ensure a positive experience for all participants.
- Knowledge of racquet stringing
Physical/Cognitive Activities:
Working Conditions:
- Ability to stand, walk, and demonstrate tennis movements for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (e.g., tennis bags, equipment).
- Must be able to work in outdoor conditions, including sun, heat, or cold weather as necessary.
This description of physical and mental activities is not intended to describe essential job functions. Rather, its purpose is to give the job applicant a feel for the physical and mental activities of the job to the end that an applicant with a disability can determine whether he or she will be able to do this job either with or without accommodations.
Organizational Structure:
- Reports to: Director of Racquet Sports
- Job title also known as: N/A
This essential job function is a general representation of the duties and responsibilities commonly found in The Club at Las Campanas Inc. for this type of position; it may be modified based upon business necessity.
