Junior Competition & Tournaments Manager

USTA National Headquarters•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Remote

About The Position

This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of junior tennis in Southern California by providing young athletes with opportunities to develop and excel in the sport. The role oversees Junior Tournaments and serves as the primary lead for High School tennis programming, working as a dynamic and experienced Program Manager. Develops and implements educational components for junior players, high school coaches, and providers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent work experience required.
6+ years of experience working in the tennis industry, and experience training staff and volunteers.
Proven ability and high level of competency in completing administrative and organizational tasks.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to articulate work progress and results.
High energy and enthusiasm with a desire to initiate and effectively promote programs.
Ability to work well with others and demonstrate a high level of self-motivation.
Comfortable with public speaking, networking, and developing business relationships.
Ability to problem-solve, troubleshoot, and work under pressure.
Team player mentality; positive and helpful attitude.
Valid CA State-issued driver's license and a clean driving record.
Advanced to proficient in the use of the Google Workspace and the Serve Tennis platform.

Nice To Haves

Experience with high school tennis structures and CIF regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead all high school tennis initiatives, acting as the primary section liaison for the CIF (California Interscholastic Federation) and other school associations to support their programs and the Serve platform.
Take the lead in managing and executing the First Serve tournament series, ensuring high standards of competition and organization for high school players.
Represent, manage, and oversee all details related to the sanctioning of USTA Southern California junior tournaments, National Team events, and section exchanges.
Collaborate with the Junior Comp Coordinator and provide guidance as needed.
Manage a comprehensive calendar of sanctioned junior and high school tournaments and national/exhibition team events year-round, catering to players from recreational to advanced levels.
Oversee the sanctioning process and manage all documents submitted by Member Organizations that apply to host junior tournaments. Ensure all Member Organizations adhere to the Sanction Rules & Guidelines and Junior Tournament Rules.
Manage and incentivize the Safe Play policies and procedures across all junior and high school tournaments.
Strategically expand the number of Junior and High School Tournaments available in Southern California, fostering increased participation across all competitive levels.
Host junior tournaments and invitational events (e.g., Pacific Cup, Maze Cup, L4 Team Showdown, and high school championships).
Provide regular comprehensive training for Tournament Directors and high school coaches on maximizing Serve Tennis functionality while enhancing their skills in organizing and executing successful tournaments.
Develop and facilitate educational workshops for Tournament Directors, Member Organizations, school associations, parents, and players.
Oversee customer satisfaction and tournament performance, actively collecting and analyzing feedback to inform strategies and implement necessary improvements for stakeholders.
Develop and implement sportsmanship initiatives aimed at fostering positive behavior and respect among players, spectators, and tournament staff.
Manage the budget for junior and high school tournaments, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to maximize impact and cost-effectiveness.
Establish and maintain relationships with other staff members working in the competitive and community programs space to develop a pathway from junior/high school competition through adult competition.
Be knowledgeable about all USTA junior programs and the impact they have in the section. Advocate for and support the development and growth of junior and high school tennis within the region.
Attend local and national staff training and meetings as required by your supervisor.
Attend/supervise junior and high school tournaments assigned by your supervisor.
Coordinate and attend meetings assigned by your supervisor.
Visit various locations to view the standards of tennis courts utilized for junior and school tournaments.