Racquet Sports Staff Professional at Briar Club

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tennis Coaching, Racquet Stringing, Junior Program Management, League Coordination, Customer Service, POS Systems, Microsoft Office, Interpersonal Skills, Event Planning, Facility Maintenance

Industry

Recreational Facilities

Description

Description Essential Duties & Responsibilities: USPTA/USPTR certified w/5.0+ playing level. Assist the RSHP in duties that pertain to the Junior Tennis Program. This includes handling/setting-up all club equipment for the junior program, breaking it all down, and returning it to the storage shed. Provide tennis lessons to adults and juniors as required – expected weekly on court hours to be 30+ hours of teaching for full time employees. Assisting the RSHP/Assistant DoRS with the billing and logistics of the junior program. Responsible for racquet stringing/repairs while documenting specifics and services rendered for racquets, string, tension, grips etc. Responsible for coordinating league and/or competitive play. Work closely and collectively with the Briar Shop Attendants to best serve the needs of our membership. Answering phones, responding to emails, booking courts/lessons, and general service in The Briar Shop daily. Assist the Director of Racquet Sports with all events (when necessary) such as Pro-Am, Member-Guest, and other Club fixtures. Responsible for the overall cleanliness of the tennis facility and surrounds. Focus on monitoring the grounds for tennis balls, trash, towels, faults with facility (windscreens/furniture/electrical etc.). The tennis facility should be reflective of TBC’s high standards, and the Pros are expected to uphold and contribute to these standards. Assisting the Director of Racquet Sports/RSHP/A-DoRS and working productively with other professional staff members regularly. Attending staff meetings when scheduled and actively participating in team building activities. Optimal Traits: 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. Requirements Education/Training/Experience: 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. Essential Physical Requirements: Ability to Lift/Carry 10 lbs. or less regularly. Ability to Push/Pull 12 lbs. or less regularly. Ability to bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, reach above shoulder, reach outward, handle, finger, stand, walk, talk, hear, work at or above shoulder, regularly. Ability to sit occasionally. Ability to work inside and outside, sometimes in extreme conditions. Ability to instruct and/or play tennis/pickle-ball at an elite level for extended amounts of time. Noise level is: Low to Mid

Responsibilities

Provide tennis lessons to adults and juniors while managing the logistics, billing, and equipment for the junior program. Handle racquet repairs, coordinate competitive play, and maintain the overall cleanliness and standards of the tennis facility.