Racquet Sports Staff Professional

Briar Club•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Racquet Sports Staff Professional will assist the Director of Racquet Sports (DRS) and the Racquet Sports Head Professional (RSHP) in various duties related to the junior tennis program, adult and junior lessons, racquet stringing and repairs, league coordination, and general facility maintenance. This role involves direct interaction with members, providing excellent service, and contributing to the overall high standards of the tennis facility.

Requirements

USPTA or USPTR certification (Elite preferred).
5+ years of coaching experience (private club-setting is preferable).
High School Diploma; College degree preferred.
Experienced player through junior/college/professional tennis.
Current 5.0+ player rating or comparable skill level.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Basic POS, Microsoft Office, email proficiencies.
Comfortability with contacting members regarding racquet sports programming.
Ability and willingness to work as a collective group for the betterment of the department and programs.
Possess a passion for teaching/coaching racquet sports and generally helping others.
Driven to continue education through USTA; USPTA; Higher education institutions.

Nice To Haves

Elite USPTA or USPTR certification.
Private club-setting experience.
College degree.

Responsibilities

Assist the RSHP in duties that pertain to the Junior Tennis Program, including handling and setting up club equipment.
Provide tennis lessons to adults and juniors, with an expectation of 30+ on-court teaching hours per week for full-time employees.
Assist the RSHP/Assistant DoRS with the billing and logistics of the junior program.
Perform racquet stringing and repairs, documenting specifics such as racquets, string, tension, and grips.
Coordinate league and/or competitive play.
Work closely with Briar Shop Attendants to serve member needs, including answering phones, responding to emails, booking courts/lessons, and providing general service in The Briar Shop.
Assist the Director of Racquet Sports with events such as Pro-Am, Member-Guest, and other Club fixtures.
Maintain the overall cleanliness of the tennis facility and its surroundings, monitoring for tennis balls, trash, towels, and facility faults.
Assist the Director of Racquet Sports/RSHP/A-DoRS and work productively with other professional staff members.
Attend staff meetings and actively participate in team building activities.