Pickleball Specialist

Job Details

Description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Pickleball Specialist will assist the Health & Wellness Director with coordinating all pickleball activities, group sessions, and program growth.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for maintaining program documentation, reports, and scheduling.
• Develops and implements a comprehensive strategy to enhance the Pickleball program and increase participation among membership and increase membership through the Pickleball program.
• Collaborates with Director to maintain all equipment or supplies needed for the program.
• Develops a diverse menu of year-round programs and a welcoming environment that encourages all ages and skill levels to participate.
• Develops and implements our Youth and Adult Pickleball program at our Thousand Oaks Family YMCA.
• Assists in the organization and scheduling of program registrations. May review and process program scholarship applications.
• Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in timely manner.
• Implements and oversee tournaments, leagues, and special events to promote the sport and build community.
• Provides social opportunities and events to create community off the courts.
• Advise leadership on the development of outdoor pickleball facilities and amenities.
• Assists in Hiring and training additional staff and volunteers to provide group lessons, private lessons, classes, special events, and to monitor skill level play as needed.
• Assist with the annual campaign and sponsorship opportunities to help support programs.
• Assists members in the education of the sport to include: Instructing lessons, clinics, and or small group lessons.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be familiar with the game of Pickleball including a mastery of the game and the ability to teach the sport to others.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be certified or become a certified pickleball instructor withing 90-120 days of hire.
• Employee must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Ability to work with integrity, discretion and a professional approach.
• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
  
  

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a fast-paced environment.
• Visual acuity is required for reading computer screens and/or documents and making changes as necessary/required.
• This position requires analytical abilities and multitasking in order to identify problems and recommend solutions.
• Job requires accuracy and attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills, while maintaining high levels of initiative in order to work within deadlines.
• Occasional stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to 20 pounds is required.
• Incumbents must be able to stand for long periods of time, as well as be able to use keyboards, telephone keypads, and writing utensils.
• Uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
• Reliable personal vehicle is required to travel to and from work.