Pickleball Professional

Invited•Rancho Mirage, CA

About The Position

The Pickleball Professional organizes and supports pickleball clinics, private lessons, programs, and events to encourage participation and enjoyment of the club’s pickleball offerings. The role provides instruction, promotes pickleball memberships, and serves as an ambassador for the sport and the club, helping enhance the member and guest experience. The position supports programs for adults, juniors, and seniors; assists with leagues, tournaments, and other social activities; helps members navigate pickleball services and policies; and introduces new members to the facility and available programs. It also includes maintaining courts and safe, orderly workspaces, responding professionally to member and guest requests, and completing other duties assigned by management. The Pickleball Professional reports to the Head Pickleball Professional or Racquet Sports Director. The role requires schedule flexibility, including additional hours and weekend or holiday work as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience playing, instructing, or coaching pickleball at a competitive or professional level; club or sports-facility experience is preferred.
At least 1 year of experience conducting group pickleball clinics, private lessons, or instructional programs for players of varying skill levels, including juniors and adults.
At least 1 year of experience organizing and running social events for members.
Recognized certification from a reputable pickleball organization, such as PPA, USPTA, or PTR.
Ability to meet attendance requirements in accordance with the weekly schedule.
Ability to work additional hours as needed to meet position deadlines.
Availability to work weekends and/or holidays as required.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 pounds on occasion.

Nice To Haves

College degree or equivalent.
Strong experience with ROGY programs.
Strong customer-facing experience, preferably in sports or recreation, with a focus on exceptional member and guest service.
Experience promoting pickleball programs, lessons, and memberships to increase engagement and participation.
Ability to work well with people of all ages and abilities, with strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

Assist in designing and promoting pickleball clinics, private lessons, and programs for adults, juniors, and seniors.
Provide private and group pickleball instruction, including skill-building drills.
Help organize and promote leagues, round robins, drop-in sessions, ladders, tournaments, and other events.
Optimize use of the club’s pickleball facilities to support member retention and attract new members.
Assist members with pickleball needs and ensure compliance with established pickleball policies.
Contact new members to provide pickleball orientations covering the facility and available programs.
Interact professionally with members and guests, assist with changes, and accommodate last-minute requests as needed.
Maintain courts to a high standard and help ensure a safe environment for facility users.
Complete daily assignments, maintain orderly workspaces, arrange furniture and equipment, and pick up trash and debris.
Follow company, club, department, and safety policies and procedures.
Maintain professionalism and a commitment to excellence in interactions with members, colleagues, and staff.
Pursue personal and professional growth and maintain required role-related certifications.
Address challenges using available resources and work with regional and corporate teams to support club operations.
Attend daily briefings and participate in required activities.
Assist others and take on additional tasks as assigned by management.