Tennis Professional - Seasonal Part-Time

Cliff Drysdale Tennis•Rome, GA

About The Position

We are looking for an energetic and experienced Seasonal Part-Time Tennis Professional to join our team at the Rome Tennis Center at Berry College. The ideal candidate should have strong experience working with club members, a passion for engaging and dynamic coaching, and the ability to provide high-quality instruction for players of all levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a prestigious club with stunning facilities and a vibrant tennis community. General Purpose: Designs, plans and implements tennis programs to include special events and clinics.

Requirements

Associate’s degree (AA); and three to five years related experience as a head tennis professional/instruction; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CPR, First Aid Certification, Teaching Certification (Tennis)
Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates may be required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).

Nice To Haves

Possess U.S.T.A. rating of 5.0 or better.

Responsibilities

Supervises all tennis play and proper charging of fees, and rental of equipment.
Initiates, directs and promotes tennis clinics, special events and programs in an effort to attract and maintain members’ tennis interests.
Provides beginning through advanced instruction (private and group) for all levels of players.
Implements and develops lesson programs for adults and juniors.
Enforces all club rules and regulations governing the use of the club/facility, its equipment and other property.
Properly represents the club in state or national events as time will permit.
Prepares a monthly calendar of events.
Works cooperatively with other departments to develop combined programs for the membership.
Ensures proper inspection of the courts/facilities on a daily basis prior to the start of play and ascertain that all necessary maintenance has been performed and the courts are in a safe working order. Reports any maintenance problems to the department manager or Maintenance Manager.
Monitors court usage including special events, clinics and lessons.
Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Manages department members that may include but is not limited to: Tennis Instructors.
Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.
Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.
Responsible for implementing and maintaining excellent service to achieve guest satisfaction.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.