Director of Racquet Sports

Lake Naomi Club•Tobyhanna Township, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lake Naomi Club is seeking a Director of Racquet Sports to lead its tennis and pickleball programs and member experience in Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania. The club has 23 Har-Tru tennis courts and 10 pickleball courts. The director will develop and lead programming for members of all ages and skill levels, oversee racquet-sports operations and staff, and contribute to the club’s leadership team. The position is full-time and reports to the Assistant General Manager. Compensation includes a competitive base salary plus commission. The director will serve as the public face of racquet sports, build relationships with members and staff, and help create a welcoming community. The role includes court scheduling, Tennis Shop oversight, Har-Tru court care, budget and fee management, and maintaining accurate financial records. The director will also work with Racquet Committees and other departments on events, promotions, and the future of the club’s racquet facilities.

Requirements

High-level competitive tennis background, ideally at the collegiate level.
Current RSPA (formerly USPTA) or PTR tennis certification.
Current RSPA or PPR pickleball certification.
Experience growing tennis and pickleball programs and understanding what encourages players to return.
Ability to lead with energy and warmth and build strong relationships with members and staff.
Understanding of pro shop operations, budgets, and clay court maintenance.
Comfort with scheduling and program technology.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Build and lead a calendar of tennis and pickleball lessons, clinics, camps, leagues, and tournaments for men, women, adults, and juniors of all skill levels.
Develop new ideas to encourage more members to participate in racquet sports.
Represent racquet sports on the courts during peak play, at committee meetings, and in the club newsletter and social media.
Build relationships with members and foster a strong racquet-sports community.
Oversee court scheduling, the Tennis Shop, and the care of the Har-Tru courts.
Manage the department budget, lesson and clinic fees, and accurate financial records.
Recruit, train, and mentor assistant professionals, Tennis Shop team members, and racquet staff.
Set a professional and welcoming standard for the racquet-sports team.
Participate in the club’s leadership team and partner with Racquet Committees and other departments on events and promotions.
Help guide the future of the club’s racquet facilities.